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   protected

   /prəˈtɛktɪd/

   adjective

   • 1. preserved from harm, especially by means of formal or legal measures: "medical facilities have a special protected status under international law" Similar securedshelteredin safe handssafeguardedout of dangersafeguardedpreserved
   • ▪ (of a threatened species or area) covered by legislation controlling hunting, collection, or development: "bears are a protected species in Michigan and cannot be shot unless they pose an immediate threat" Similar securedshelteredin safe handssafeguardedout of dangersafeguardedpreserved
   • ▪ denoting a tenancy agreement that gives the tenant specific protection against eviction or any rent rises that fall outside certain strict guidelines: "the flat is occupied by an elderly resident under a protected tenancy"
   • ▪ denoting sexual activity performed using a condom or other form of protection against sexually transmitted infection.

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