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protection
protection money
protectionism
protective
protective coloration
protective custody
protective put buying
protective tariff
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protean
pro·te·an [ prṓtee ən, prō t ən ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. able to change form: variable or continually changing in nature, appearance, or behavior
2. versatile: showing great variety, diversity, or versatility
[Late 16th century. <Proteus]
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