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noun (1)

prə-ˈtek-tər How to pronounce protector (audio)
Definition of protectornext
as in guardian
someone that protects the quarterback counted on the right guard as his main protector

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noun (2)

plural of protector
as in guardians
someone that protects the quarterback counted on the right guard as his main protector

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Recent Examples of protector
Noun
After a debilitating stroke leaves Maria unable to work, Younger is forced to become both provider and protector. — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 10 Sep. 2026 In a role reversal, some children have become their parents' protectors. — Claudia Boyd-Barrett, CBS News, 9 Sep. 2026
Noun
Naturally, Dany, Pau, and Ale have become fierce protectors of this empire, working overtime for the sheer love of it. — Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 27 Aug. 2026 Minimal Phone will also throw in $100 worth of accessories, including a case, screen protectors, and a 27W fast charger. — New Atlas, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for protector
Recent Examples of Synonyms for protector
  1. guardian
  2. defender
  3. custodian
  4. protection
  5. bodyguard
Noun
  • The organization claimed in the lawsuit that the state law violated equal protection for minors and the due process rights of parents and guardians to obtain necessary medical care for their child.
    — Hayleigh Colombo, IndyStar, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Parents or guardians of minors could have been held responsible for administrative penalties.
    — Haley Parsley, Sacbee.com, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of guardian
Noun
  • The defender sustained the injuries following a late challenge from Van Bommel, 22, in the final stages of the league match at the Johan Cruyff Arena.
    — Ali Rampling, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026
  • The Dolphins full-court pressed Herring because of his skill set and reputation as a stout run defender, which is a massive need for the 2026 team new general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan is putting together and Jeff Hafley’s responsible for coaching.
    — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of defender
Noun
  • In Colorado, custodians have to transfer assets within 60 days of receiving an affidavit from the charity claiming the funds.
    — Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Long is on Zoom, from her home in Los Angeles and seated at her kitchen counter with the sliding doors behind her, where a custodian is cleaning the deck that coyotes keep fouling.
    — Clayton Davis, Variety, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of custodian
Noun
  • The victim had been wearing a smartwatch issued to her by police for her protection.
    — Will Barker, TheWeek, 16 Sep. 2026
  • He was charged with invasion of privacy and a protection from abuse order was granted for his wife and adult stepdaughter.
    — Mamie Bah, CBS News, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of protection
Noun
  • De Paul, who is dubbed Messi’s bodyguard, is now overplaying the part.
    — Felipe Cardenas, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026
  • But after Chad refuses to follow Gerry’s demands during the team’s final game, Gerry storms onto the field to reveal his secret — only to be tackled by Tricia Yeager’s (Wynn Everett) bodyguard.
    — Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of bodyguard

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“Protector.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protector. Accessed 20 Sep. 2026.

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