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protectee

[ proh-tek-tee, pruh-tek- ]

noun

  1. a person, as a head of state, for whom official protection is provided.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of protectee1

First recorded in 1595–1605; protect + -ee
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Example Sentences

In March, the House passed two bipartisan immigration bills to legalize DREAMers and other humanitarian protectees, as well as farmworkers.

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These protectees would be allowed to apply for green cards immediately if they have resided in the US for at least three years and were eligible for TPS on September 17, 2017, or had deferred enforced departure status as of January 20, 2021.

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