protection

Definition

  • noun: the state of being kept from harm, loss, etc.
  • noun: the act of 'protecting'
  • often + 'against'
  • synonyms: refuge, defense, safety

Examples

  • The rabbit's white fur serves as 'protection from' predators during the winter.

  • His store was burned down because he refused to pay for 'protection'.

  • The policy offers complete 'protection against' fire and theft.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - Yeah. - Thank you. Wait. Hold on. Don't you fucking cock-block yourself. No, no, no, I want to do this right. You mean, like, with protection? I think I have condoms somewhere. No, no, no, I want to take you out to dinner... Tonight, all right? I like dinner. (..)
    2014 TvShow: Californication Title: Grace Season: 7 Episode 12