Proteger
Example: É importante proteger as plantas do frio intenso.
Definition
"Proteger" means to guard or shield someone or something from harm, danger, or damage. It involves taking action to keep plants, people, or objects safe, such as protecting plants from intense cold as in the example phrase.
Etymology
The word "proteger" comes from the Latin verb 'protegere,' which combines 'pro-' meaning 'before' or 'in front of' and 'tegere' meaning 'to cover.' Did you know? This literally means 'to cover in front,' reflecting the idea of shielding or guarding something.
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