protector

Meanings

• Noun

  A person or thing that protects or defends.

  - "The soldier acted as a protector for the civilians during the war."
  - "The lock is a protector for your belongings."

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Pronunciation

1. /pɹəˈtɛktɚ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

guard , sentry

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with protector
recover , seaborne , nearer , deeper

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Variants

List of all variants of protector that leads to same result
Lord Protector of the Commonwealth , protector , protectors , protectorship , protectorships , Lord Protectors of the Commonwealth , surge protector

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Etymology

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From the Latin 'protegere', meaning 'to shield'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'protector' is also used in biology to describe an organism that provides shelter or protection for another species.

2. In heraldry, a protector is a figure that supports a shield or a coat of arms.

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Related Concepts

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1. Guardian: A person or thing that protects and cares for others. Synonym for protector.

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Culture

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In literature, protectors are often depicted as knights, superheroes, or guardians. In history, protectors have played significant roles as leaders and protectors of their people, such as Henry V of England or Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom.

How to Memorize "protector"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a shield or a guardian angel to remember the meaning of protector.
   - Imagine a person or thing shielding or defending someone or something.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word protector with shields, guards, or defenders.
   - Think of protectors as people or things that keep others safe.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Protectors Protect People', or 'Protect' as an acronym for 'Provide, Responsibility, Offer, Trust, Encourage, Care, and Teach'.

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