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Moderateprotective
The correct spelling is protective.
How to pronounce protective
/pɹoʊtɛktɪv/
nounIPA: /pɹoʊtɛktɪv/
Say it like: Pro-tec-tiv-e
The correct spelling is protective. Something that protects. For example: "Mother bears are famously protective of their cubs."
Usage Examples
“Mother bears are famously protective of their cubs.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.Something that protects.
- 2.A condom.
adjective
- 1.Serving, intended or wishing to protect
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