protectornoun [ C ]
uk/prəˈtek.tər/us/prəˈtek.tɚ/someone who protects someone or something:
Philip II considered himself the protector of the Catholic Church.
She has a reputation for being an ardent protector of individuals' liberties.
a piece of equipment that protects someone:
a back and chest protector
Thesaurus: synonyms and related words
Protection and protectors
- aegis
- auspices
- bailiff
- bandobast
- beefeater
- buffer
- conservation
- guard
- guardian
- homeland security
- janitor
- minder
- night watchman
- preservation
- ranger
- sentinel
- shield
- warden
- watchman
- watchtower
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