Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
---|---|---|---|---|
protective | No | Yes | No | No |
protecting | No | Yes | No | No |
protective (adjective) | protecting (adjective) |
---|---|
intended or adapted to afford protection of some kind | shielding (or designed to shield) against harm or discomfort |
showing care | |
(usually followed by `of') solicitously caring or mindful |