Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for protection. Search instead for geotecton.
Definitions

protection

[pruh-tek-shuhn] / prəˈtɛk ʃən /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Workers are demanding salary increases, protection against subcontracting and job loss through automation, and are protesting FIFA’s collection of sensitive private information such as nationality and home addresses.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

The experimental jab has been tested in monkeys where it rapidly trained the immune system and gave close to 100% protection.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

OpenAI said minors need significant protection from AI and has put in place protections and policies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

It is essential for protection because it alerts the immune system and brings immune cells to where they are needed.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

Mrs. Chippy, the carpenter’s cat, had to be shot, because without the protection of the ship the dogs would have eaten him.

From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong




Vocabulary lists containing protection


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "protection" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com