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adjective
1.
having the quality or function of protecting: a protective covering.
2.
tending to protect.
3.
Economics. of, pertaining to, or designed to favor protectionism: protective tariffs.
4.
defensive (def. 4).
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Protective
is always a great word to know.
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| a screen or mat covered with a dark material for shielding a camera lens from excess light or glare. |
| a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc. |
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