to shield from harm, injury, or damage; to provide protection

to defend or safeguard abstract concepts such as rights, peace, or dignity

to speak in defense of a defendant in a court of law; to plead a case

to tend to and protect or maintain something like skin, hair, or equipment

to provide protection or concealment to someone or something, especially in a tactical or military context

to defend or provide protection against harm, damage, or external attack through shielding or safety measures

to watch over and protect a person or place through constant presence

conservation district

to take care of and protect someone or something to prevent damage or neglect

to endorse; to support

to take good care of and protect someone or something with love and attention

to escort or accompany someone or something, usually for the purpose of protection or as a mark of honor

doctors and nurses; medical staff

to act as a guardian

custody (of a child)

to nurse, look after, or watch over someone or something

the technical process of maintaining moisture and temperature for materials like concrete to harden and gain strength

a person who protects a high-ranking official, especially in ancient times

guardrail; railing

legal protection granted to a political refugee by a sovereign state

to provide emergency medical treatment or first aid to the injured

shelter; refuge; sanctuary

a saint or religious figure regarded as a special guardian of a particular group, profession, or activity

amulet; protective talisman; charm

to convoy or provide a naval or aerial escort for protection during transit

someone who protects or keeps watch over someone or something

a set of laws designed to protect a specific area or entity, such as the environment.

to keep, uphold, or protect the legal system

to provide cover for someone or something, often to conceal real motives or facilitate covert activities.

to shield a person, especially a wrongdoer, from punishment or criticism

a legal representative, such as a lawyer, who speaks or acts in support of a defendant in a court of law

escort vessel; frigate; corvette

moat surrounding a city wall

goggles; protective glasses

a person or organization providing protection, especially in a corrupt or illegal context

a spirit or person that watches over and protects a particular individual, often used figuratively

specialized nursing care or medical attention provided to critically ill or post-operative patients

a protective garment worn on the knee to prevent injury or provide support

to protect from all sides

to defend someone (a relative, friend, or oneself) despite knowing that they are in the wrong

protective agent