protector

noun

pro·​tec·​tor prə-ˈtek-tər 

1

a

: one that protects : guardian

b

: a device used to prevent injury : guard

2

a

: one having the care of a kingdom during the king's minority : regent

b

: the executive head of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland from 1653 to 1659

called also Lord Protector of the Commonwealth

protectorship

prə-ˈtek-tər-ˌship 

noun

Synonyms

• custodian
• defender
• guard
• guardian
• guardian angel
• protection

Examples of protector in a Sentence

She sees her older brother as her protector.

a protector of free speech

Recent Examples on the Web

That's where Oceana, a protector and restorer of oceans, comes in. —Kc Baker, Peoplemag, 8 June 2024

Gafford is a rim protector and rebounder and splits time with rookie Derek Lively from Duke. —Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 6 June 2024

The protector acts as a barrier against dust mites, allergens, and pet dander. —Alida Nugent, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 June 2024

Image Long before it became known as a protector of Mr. Trump, the tabloid reported aggressively on politicians on both sides of the aisle, including Jesse Jackson and Sarah Palin. —Jacob Bernstein, New York Times, 2 June 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing protector

• surge protector

Kids Definition

protector

noun

pro·​tec·​tor prə-ˈtek-tər 

1

: a person or thing that protects or is intended to protect

2

: a person who takes charge of a kingdom while the king or queen is too young to rule : regent