protecting
adjective
1. shielding (or designed to shield) against harm or discomfort
- the protecting blanket of snow
- a protecting alibi
Similar word(s): protective
verb
1. present participle of protect
1. shielding (or designed to shield) against harm or discomfort
- the protecting blanket of snow
- a protecting alibi
Similar word(s): protective
1. present participle of protect