Definition of: protection

(prə·tek′shən) noun
1. The act of protecting; a protected condition; that which protects.
2. Specifically, a system aiming to protect the industries of a country by governmental action, as by imposing duties. See PROTECTIVE TARIFF.
3. A safe-conduct; passport.
4. U.S. Slang Security purchased under threat of violence from racketeers; also, the money so paid. See synonyms under DEFENSE, REFUGE, SHELTER.