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protect vs mothproof

mothproof vs protect

protect is not an adjective while mothproof is an adjective.

protect and mothproof both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
protect No No Yes No
mothproof No Yes Yes No
As verbs, mothproof is a hyponym of protect; that is, mothproof is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than protect:
  • protect: shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage
  • mothproof: protect from moths
protect (adjective) mothproof (adjective)
resistant to damage by moths
protect (verb) mothproof (verb)
shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage protect from moths
use tariffs to favor domestic industry
Difference between protect and mothproof

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