protection — the action of protecting someone or something, or the state of being protected
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the action of protecting someone or something, or the state of being protected
Pronunciation (IPA): /prəˈtekʃən/
Korean meaning: 보호, 보호하는 행위 또는 보호받는 상태
Korean pronunciation: 프러**텍**션
Example Sentences
- My mom's overprotection included calling me every hour during my first date.
- The witness entered the protection program after seeing too much drama.
- Personal data protection has become increasingly important in the digital age.
protection
NOUN//prəˈtekʃən//
the action of protecting someone or something, or the state of being protected
A mother elephant shields her calf from heavy rain, giving full protection under her body.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어 'protectio'에서 유래되었으며, '앞에서 덮다'는 의미의 'protegere'에서 파생되었습니다. 마치 방패를 들고 앞에서 막아주는 모습을 연상할 수 있습니다.
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📝Examples
“My mom's overprotection included calling me every hour during my first date.”
“The witness entered the protection program after seeing too much drama.”
“Personal data protection has become increasingly important in the digital age.”
“The ancient castle walls provided protection for the villagers during attacks.”
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