protecting

(verb) shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage. Synonyms: protect. Example: "Weatherbeater protects your roof from the rain."

(verb) use tariffs to favor domestic industry. Synonyms: protect.

(adj) shielding (or designed to shield) against harm or discomfort. Synonyms: protecting(prenominal). Examples: "The protecting blanket of snow." "A protecting alibi."