Definition of overprotect Overprotect

/owˌvɚpɹʌtɛˈkt/ - [owverprutekt] - o•ver•pro•tect

We found 4 definitions of overprotect from 3 different sources.

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What does overprotect mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Verb

overprotects, overprotecting, overprotected  

overprotect - protect excessively; "Don't overprotect your son--he is an adult now!"
  protect shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage; "Weatherbeater protects your roof from the rain"
overprotect - care for like a mother; "She fusses over her husband"
  mother, fuss
  give care, care feel concern or interest; "I really care about my work"; "I don't care"
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  • overprotect (Verb)
    To protect to an excessive degree; to coddle.

Part of speech

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  • overprotect, verb, present, 1st person singular of overprotect (infinitive).
  • overprotect, verb (infinitive).

Pronunciation

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Sign Language

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