PROTECTION

Definition

1. noun the activity of protecting someone or something.
2. noun a covering that is intend to protect from damage or injury. — synonyms: protective_covering, protective_cover
3. noun defense against financial failure. — synonyms: security
4. noun the condition of being protected. — synonyms: shelter
5. noun kindly endorsement and guidance. — synonyms: auspices, aegis
6. noun the imposition of duties or quotas on imports in order to protect domestic industry against foreign competition. — synonyms: trade_protection
7. noun payment extorted by gangsters on threat of violence. — synonyms: tribute