# protects

Pronunciation: say "pruh-TEKTS" /pɹəˈtɛkts/

## Verb

1. Third-person singular simple present of protect. — third-person singular simple present indicative of protect
   - Simple: Third-person singular simple present of protect. Use this form with he, she, it, or a single thing.
   - _Thick bark protects the tree from fire and insects._
   - _International law protects diplomats from arrest while abroad._

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