Protection
/prəˈtɛk.ʃən/noun
The action of keeping someone or something safe from harm or injury.
Did you know?The word 'protection' comes from Latin roots meaning 'to cover' or 'to shield', linking it to ancient rituals of safeguarding the soul.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
protectio
“A covering or shelter.”
Old French
Old French
protection
“Defending or shielding from harm.”
Middle English
Middle English
protecction
“Safeguarding or shielding.”
Modern English
English
protection
“Act of preserving from harm or danger.”