dictionary.pt
to protect
verbgeneral usecommon/ɐ̃pɐˈɾaɾ/am·pa·rar
Definition
1To protect, defend; to give support or aid to someone in need.
Usage examples
“The law must protect the most vulnerable.”
“Parents protect their children in difficult times.”
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Common combinations
protect childrenprotect by lawprotect in old age
Idiomatic expressions
- to rely on (someone/something)