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protective
adjective
(usually followed by ‘of’) solicitously caring or mindful
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pɹɛtɛktɪv
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adjective
(usually followed by ‘of’) solicitously caring or mindful
“Protective of his reputation”
adjective
Intended or adapted to afford protection of some kind
“A protective covering”
adjective
Showing care
“A protective mother”
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Example Sentences
Protective of his reputation
A protective covering
The use of protective masks and equipment
Protective coatings
Kept the drunken sailor in protective custody
Animals with protective coloring
A protective mother
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