Protección (en. Protection)

/pro.teksjon/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Action and effect of protecting.
The protection of human rights is fundamental.
La protección de los derechos humanos es fundamental.
Set of measures to ensure the safety or well-being of something or someone.
Protective measures were implemented for at-risk children.
Se implementaron medidas de protección para los niños en riesgo.
Care or shelter against a danger.
The family provides emotional protection.
La familia proporciona protección emocional.

Etymology

From the Latin protectio, -onis.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to protect someone
To defend or save someone from danger.
proteger a alguien
protection zone
Designated area to ensure safety.
zona de protección
to protect the environment
To take actions to care for and preserve nature.
proteger el medio ambiente

Related Words

protected
One that is under the action of protection.
protegido
protector
One that protects or defends.
protector
civil protection
Organization aimed at preventing and managing emergencies.
protección civil

Slang Meanings

Protection of a group in dangerous situations.
We need more protection when we go out at night.
Necesitamos más protección cuando salimos de noche.
Excessive care of a person.
She was taken like she was a glass protection.
La llevaron como si fuera una protección de cristal.