protective /prəˈtɛktɪv/ CET4 TEM4

• 1. 

  ADJ Protective means designed or intended to protect something or someone from harm. 起保护作用的

  例：

  Protective gloves reduce the absorption of chemicals through the skin.

  防护手套可以减少皮肤对化学物质的吸收。

• 2. 

  ADJ If someone is protective toward you, they look after you and show a strong desire to keep you safe. 爱护备至的

  例：

  He is very protective toward his mother.

  他对母亲爱护备至。