protective
/prəˈtektɪv/
CEFR level B2Topic HealthWord #4667 in the learning path
防护的；保护性的
Definitions
adj. Intended to prevent injury, damage, or other harm
防护的；保护性的
adj. Wanting to keep someone safe from harm or trouble
关切保护的
Example
Wear protective gloves before handling those sharp metal pieces.
拿那些锋利的金属片之前，要戴上防护手套。
Employers should provide protective equipment and regular training to reduce injuries in dangerous workplaces.
雇主应提供防护装备和定期培训，以减少危险工作场所中的伤害事故。
Collocations
- protective clothing
- protective equipment
- protective measures
- protective of someone
Word family
- protect (v.)
- protection (n.)
- protectively (adv.)
- overprotective (adj.)
Usage tip
表示关切保护某人，用be protective of。
FAQ
- What does protective mean?
- Intended to prevent injury, damage, or other harm Wanting to keep someone safe from harm or trouble
- How is protective pronounced?
- UK /prəˈtektɪv/, US /prəˈtektɪv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
