synonyms for protects
shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage. 1  shield, 2  fence, 3  wall, 4  body guard, 5  look out, 6  guard, 7  hold, 8  fence in, 9  defend, 10  preserve, 11  overprotect, 12  immunize, 13  screen, 14  mothproof, 15  charm, 16  ward, 17  safeguard, 18  insure, 19  cover for, 20  immunise, 21  cover, 22  palisade, 23  surround, 24  keep. 25  attack.