Proteger
Example: É importante proteger a pele do sol forte durante o verão.
Definition
"Proteger" means to keep someone or something safe from harm, damage, or danger. It involves taking actions or measures to shield or defend against potential threats, as in the example: 'It is important to proteger the skin from strong sun during summer.'
Etymology
The word "proteger" comes from the Latin 'protegere,' which means 'to cover in front' or 'to defend.' It combines 'pro-' meaning 'before' and 'tegere' meaning 'to cover.' Did you know? The sense of protection has been associated with sheltering since ancient times, reflecting a timeless human concern.
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