protectionism
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/prəˈtɛkʃəˌnɪzəm/
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/prəˈtɛkʃənɪzəm/
economic import restriction
Etymology
'protectionism' originates from the word 'protection,' which comes from Latin 'protectio,' meaning 'a covering over.'
'protection' evolved from the Latin word 'protectio' and eventually became the modern English word 'protectionism' by adding the suffix '-ism' to denote a policy or practice.
Initially, it meant 'the act of protecting,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'an economic policy of restricting imports.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an economic policy of restricting imports from other countries through methods such as tariffs, import quotas, and other government regulations.
The government adopted protectionism to safeguard local industries.
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