1. keeping someone or something safe from harm or injury
The mother is protecting her children from danger.
A mãe está protegendo seus filhos do perigo.
2. defending or safeguarding something from being damaged, lost, or taken
The law is protecting intellectual property rights.
A lei está protegendo os direitos de propriedade intelectual.
3. covering or shielding something to prevent exposure
He is protecting his skin from the sun with sunscreen.
Ele está protegendo sua pele do sol com protetor solar.