26984 words

protected

3 definitions • 6 examples
1
a protected area or animal is affected by laws that prevent it being harmed:

Examples:

This dolphin is a protected species.
a network of marine protected areas along the California coast
2
kept safe from danger or harm, or away from other people:

Examples:

She had a very protected childhood.
The house feels very protected and private.
3
kept safe from injury, damage, or loss:

Examples:

a protected environment
a protected species

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