protector

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Synonyms: prosector, protecter, projector, protestor, prorector, protection, proctor, protected, protect, prospector, protractor

Antonyms: prosector, protecter, projector, protestor, prorector, protection, proctor, protected, protect, prospector, protractor

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Noun

1. Someone who [[protect]]s or [[guard]]s, by assignment or on their own initiative.
2. A device or mechanism which is designed to protect.
3. One who prevents interference. {{rfex|en}}
4. A state or other subject under international law, exercising a [[protectorate]] over another subject in international law.
5. {{lb|en|UK|historical}} One having the care of the kingdom during the king's minority; a [[regent]].
6. {{lb|en|Roman Catholic}} A [[cardinal]], from one of the more considerable Roman Catholic nations, who looks after the interests of his people at Rome; also, a cardinal who has the same relation to a college, religious order, etc.

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