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- pronunciation:
- pr
tek
tihv
- features:
- Word Parts
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition: |
protecting or made to protect.
Visitors to the factory must wear protective clothing.The mother bear is protective of her cub. |
| related words: |
repellent, shady |
| derivations: |
protectively (adv.), protectiveness (n.) |
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