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Definition of unprotected adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

unprotected

adjective
 
/ˌʌnprəˈtektɪd/
 
/ˌʌnprəˈtektɪd/
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  1. not protected against being hurt or damaged
    • They hunt in packs, attacking the old, sick and unprotected young animals.
  2. not covered to prevent it from causing damage or injury
    • Machinery was often unprotected and accidents were frequent.
  3. (of sex) done without using a condom
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