Protectors: meaning, definitions and examples

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protectors

 

[ prษ™หˆtษ›ktษ™rz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

security

Protectors are individuals or groups who are responsible for ensuring the safety and security of others. They often work in professions such as law enforcement, security services, or military. Protectors may also refer to personal bodyguards or security personnel hired to protect specific individuals or property.

Synonyms

defenders, guards, security personnel.

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Word Description / Examples
protectors

Used generally to describe individuals or entities that provide protection, often used in a broader or more abstract sense.

  • Parents are often seen as protectors of their children.
  • Environmentalists are considered protectors of nature.
guards

Refers specifically to individuals who are assigned to watch over or protect a specific place or person, often as part of their job.

  • The guards stood at the entrance of the palace.
  • The museum hired new guards to watch over the valuable artifacts.
defenders

Typically used to describe individuals or groups actively defending against a threat, often in a legal, sports, or military context.

  • The soldiers were brave defenders of the nation's freedom.
  • He is one of the top defenders in the soccer league.
security personnel

Used in formal or professional contexts to describe people employed to ensure safety and security, such as in businesses or events.

  • The company increased the number of security personnel after the robbery.
  • Security personnel quickly responded to the alarm.

Examples of usage

  • They hired protectors to safeguard the valuable artifacts in the museum.
  • The protectors escorted the VIP guests to the event.
  • The role of protectors is crucial in maintaining public safety.

Translations

Translations of the word "protectors" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น protetores

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเค•เฅเคทเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Schรผtzer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pelindung

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐั…ะธัะฝะธะบะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ochroniarze

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไฟ่ญท่€…

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท protecteurs

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ protectores

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท koruyucular

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ณดํ˜ธ์ž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญู…ุงุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ochrรกnci

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ochrancovia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไฟๆŠค่€…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zaลกฤitniki

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ verndarar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะพั€า“ะฐัƒัˆั‹ะปะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒชแƒ•แƒ”แƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mรผhafizษ™รงilษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ protectores

Etymology

The word 'protectors' originated from the Latin word 'protector', which means 'one who defends or shields'. The concept of protectors has been present throughout history, with various individuals and groups taking on the role of safeguarding others. From ancient warriors to modern security professionals, the idea of protectors remains essential in ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals and communities.

See also: overprotective, protect, protectant, protected, protecting, protection, protections, protective, protectively, protectiveness, protector, unprotected.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,895, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.