overprotect
|o/ver/pro/tect|
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/ˌoʊvərprəˈtɛkt/
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/ˌəʊvəprəˈtɛkt/
excessive protection
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overprotect' originates from the prefix 'over-' meaning 'excessively' and the verb 'protect' meaning 'to keep safe'.
Historical Evolution
'overprotect' evolved from the combination of 'over-' and 'protect' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to protect excessively,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45