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The act of protecting someone or something.

Oxford English Dictionary Online (“protection” noun, https://www.oed.com/dictionary/protection_n?tl=true)

1a. The action of protecting someone or something; the fact or condition of being protected; shelter, defence, or preservation from harm, danger, damage, etc.; guardianship, care; patronage.

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