protector
noun [C] /prəˈtek.tər/
/-tɚ/ Definition
› someone who protects someone or something: Philip II considered himself the protector of the Catholic Church. She has a reputation for being an ardent protector of individuals' liberties.Protection and protectorsEnvironmental issues › a piece of equipment that protects someone: a back and chest protectorProtection and protectorsEnvironmental issues
(Definition of protector noun from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus
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Synonyms and related words:
- aegis noun
- auspices noun
- bailiff noun
- beefeater noun
- bodyguard noun
- chaperone noun
- conservation noun
- custodian noun
- guard noun (PERSON WHO PROTECTS)
- heavy noun
- monitor noun (PERSON WHO WATCHES)
- night watchman noun
- precaution noun
- preservation order noun
- preservationist noun
- protection noun
- protective custody noun
- safekeeping noun
- safety net noun (HELP)
- watchtower noun
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