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protection

The correct spelling is protection.

How to pronounce protection

/pɹəˈtɛkʃən/
noun

IPA: /pɹəˈtɛkʃən/

Say it like: Pro-tec-sho-n

The correct spelling is protection. The process of keeping (something or someone) safe. For example: "Raincoats give protection from rain."

Usage Examples

Raincoats give protection from rain.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.The process of keeping (something or someone) safe.
  2. 2.The state of being safe.
  3. 3.A means of keeping or remaining safe.
  4. 4.A means, such as a condom, of preventing pregnancy or sexually transmitted disease.
  5. 5.Coverage.

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