protective
/prəˈtektɪv; prə`tɛktɪv/ adj
1 [esp attrib 尤作定语]
that protects or is intended to protect 保护的; 防护的; 意在保护或防护的
a protective layer of varnish 一层保护清漆
Workers who handle asbestos need to wear protective clothing. 接触石棉的工人需穿防护衣.
wearing protective headgear on a motor cycle 骑摩托车时戴保护头盔
pro,tective `colouring, ie on the bodies of birds, animals and insects, making it difficult for predators to see them （鸟、 兽及昆虫身上之）保护色
protective duties/tariffs on imported goods 加於进口货物的保护性关税.
2 ~ (towards sb) having or showing a wish to protect 有保护之意愿的; 显示保护之意愿的
A mother naturally feels protective towards her children. 母亲对自己的孩子自然会悉心保护.
He put his arm round her in a protective gesture. 他用一只手臂围住她做出保护的姿势. protective, n (US) contraceptive sheath; condom 避孕套; 阴茎套.