What does overprotect mean?
Definitions for overprotect
over·pro·tect
This dictionary definitions page includes all the possible meanings, example usage and translations of the word overprotect.
Princeton's WordNet
mother, fuss, overprotectverb
care for like a mother
"She fusses over her husband"
overprotectverb
protect excessively
"Don't overprotect your son--he is an adult now!"
Wiktionary
overprotectverb
To protect to an excessive degree; to coddle
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overprotect
Overprotect refers to the act of excessively protecting, guarding, or shielding someone or something from potential harm, dangers, or difficulties. This often entails being extremely cautious, restricting freedom, or controlling behaviors or situations to prevent any perceived threats. Mostly used to describe when parents excessively safeguard their children, potentially hindering their development or ability to deal with challenges independently.
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of overprotect in Chaldean Numerology is: 8
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of overprotect in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4
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