protective

Adjective

Adjective

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A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun.

Comparative

more protective

Superlative

most protective

Noun

Noun

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A word that identifies a person, place, thing, or idea.

Plural

protectives

Adjective

Adjective

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A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun.

1. 1.Serving or intended to protect.

   • The fighter dropped into a protective stance.
   • The castle's moat served a protective function.
   • Pour a solvent such as paint thinner, mineral spirits, or a liquid sandpaper product in a metal can or enamel bowl. Wear protective gloves.

2. 2.Wishing to protect; defensive of somebody or something.

   • Mother bears are famously protective of their cubs.

Noun

Noun

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A word that identifies a person, place, thing, or idea.

1. 1.Something that protects.

2. 2.A condom.

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