protection

The act of protecting.

The condition of being protected.

One that protects.

A pass guaranteeing safe-conduct to travelers.

Something that lowers the risk of pregnancy or infection, especially the use of a condom.

Payment collected by racketeers from businesses or illegal enterprises under threat of violence.

Payment made by racketeers to officials or law enforcement to avoid arrest or prosecution.

The act of protecting, or the state of being protected; defense; shelter or preservation from loss, injury, or any form of harm or evil: as, the protection of good laws; divine protection.