protecteddelivery
nounUK /prəˈtɛktɪd dɪˈlɪvəri/
US /prəˈtɛktɪd dɪˈlɪvəri/
A protected delivery is when something is sent safely so nothing bad happens to it.
The package arrived by protected delivery, so the fragile vase was not broken.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A delivery that is watched over by a guard or security person.
The money was moved by protected delivery with two guards.
3. A birth that is helped by doctors to keep the baby and mother safe.
The hospital offers protected delivery for mothers who need extra care.
4. A computer message sent in a way that keeps it safe from hackers.
The password was sent by protected delivery so no one could steal it.