protector

noun
UK: /prəˈtektər/
US: /prəˈtektər/

  1. A person or thing that keeps someone or something safe.

    1. My dog is a good protector of our house from strangers.
    2. The insurance policy acted as a protector, shielding them from financial ruin after the accident.

  2. A device designed to prevent damage to something.

    1. I bought a screen protector for my new phone to avoid scratches.
    2. The surge protector is essential for keeping our electronics safe from power outages.

  3. A person who is the legal guardian of someone who is unable to manage their own affairs.

    1. The court appointed a protector for the elderly woman.
    2. As her legal protector, he made sure her finances were handled responsibly.

Synonyms

defender shield safeguard patron guardian

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "protector" in English means: A person or thing that keeps someone or something safe., A device designed to prevent damage to something., A person who is the legal guardian of someone who is unable to manage their own affairs..

The phonetic transcription of "protector" is /prəˈtektər/ in British English and /prəˈtektər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "protector": defender, shield, safeguard, patron, guardian.

Example usage of "protector": "My dog is a good protector of our house from strangers.". More examples on the page.