ಅರ್ಥ : Intended or adapted to afford protection of some kind.
ಉದಾಹರಣೆ :
A protective covering.
The use of protective masks and equipment.
Protective coatings.
Kept the drunken sailor in protective custody.
Animals with protective coloring.
Protective tariffs.
Not affording protection.
unprotectiveಅರ್ಥ : Showing care.
ಉದಾಹರಣೆ :
A protective mother.
ಅರ್ಥ : (usually followed by `of') solicitously caring or mindful.
ಉದಾಹರಣೆ :
Protective of his reputation.