protective

• وصف لشيء أو شخص يحمي غيره من الأذى أو الضرر أو الفقدان، أو يعمل على الوقاية والحفاظ على السلامة. ويُستعمل أيضاً للدلالة على الحماية والرعاية والحرص على مصلحة المحمي.

Describes someone or something that keeps someone or something safe from injury, damage, or loss.

1. Providing safetyB1formal

   Intended to keep someone or something safe from harm, damage, or injury.

   واقٍ

   • Wearing a helmet is a protective measure for cyclists.
   • The mother bear was very protective of her cubs.
   • The company provides protective gear for all workers.

   المرادفاتdefensivepreservativeshielding

   الأضدادdangerousdestructiveharmfulhazardousinjurious

2. Defensive or shieldingB2formal

   Showing a strong desire to protect someone or something, often from criticism or danger.

   حِمائي

   • He is very protective of his younger sister.
   • She gave a protective glance at her child.
   • The dog is protective of its owner and the house.

   المرادفاتcarefuldefensivepossessiveshieldingsolicitousvigilantwatchful

   الأضدادcarelessharmfulneglectful