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protecting

/pɹəˈtɛktɪŋ/adjective3 syllables

Protecting means: shielding (or designed to shield) against harm or discomfort.

Synonyms for protecting1

adjective, as in shielding (or designed to shield) against harm or discomfort

protective

What does protecting mean?1

adjective

1

shielding (or designed to shield) against harm or discomfort“the protecting blanket of snow”

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

What rhymes with protecting?21

four syllables

unsuspecting
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Protecting in a sentence

  • The wizard enchants the castle, protecting it from harm.bretsky
  • He made an admirable speech about protecting the environment.unknown
  • They know the importance of protecting the earth.CK
  • Crisis response strategies are essential for protecting communities.Igider
  • I feel responsible for protecting myself and others.Nuel
  • He was protecting his eyes from the sun with his hand.felidad
  • He said laws should not coerce but protect public health while protecting human rights.Cangarejo
  • Our clothing wasn't up to the task of protecting us from the bitter cold.sundown

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