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/ˌprəʊtɪktɪv ˈleɪər/ · pro.tec.tive lay.er
noun
  1. A thin, outer covering or stratum that shields or safeguards something from damage or harm. The protective layer of paint on the car's surface helped prevent scratches and fading.
noun
  1. A natural or artificial barrier that prevents or reduces the impact of external forces or agents. The protective layer of the atmosphere protects the Earth from harmful solar radiation.
Did you know? The concept of a protective layer is crucial in various fields, including materials science, environmental science, and medicine, where it is used to describe the outermost layer of a material or organism that provides protection against external factors.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 18, 2026