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pro⋅tec⋅tive

  [pruh-tek-tiv]
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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).
Origin:
1655–65; protect + -ive

Related forms:
pro⋅tec⋅tive⋅ly, adverb
pro⋅tec⋅tive⋅ness, noun
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Main Entry: pro·tec·tive
Function: adjective
: of, relating to, or providing protection
Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of Law, © 1996 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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Main Entry: 2protective
Function: noun
: an agent (as a medicine or a dressing) that protects the body or one of its parts (as from irritation or injury)protectives against certain deficiency diseases>
Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary, © 2002 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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