protection

US /prəˈtek.ʃən/
UK /prəˈtek.ʃən/
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1.

the action of protecting, or the state of being protected.

:
The ozone layer provides protection against harmful UV radiation.
He wore a helmet for head protection.
2.

a person or thing that prevents someone or something from suffering harm or injury.

:
The bodyguards provided excellent protection for the celebrity.
The new law offers greater protection to consumers.