protect

Definitions

1. verb

   To keep someone or something safe from harm.

   Examples

   • Parents try to protect a child from danger.
   • This antivirus program will protect your computer from hackers.
2. verb

   In air travel, to book a passenger on a later flight in case they miss their first one.

   Examples

   • The airline protected her on the next flight because her connection was tight.
   • He was protected on a later flight because of the delay.