protection program
nounUK /prəˈtɛkʃən ˈprəʊɡræm/
US /prəˈtɛkʃən ˈproʊɡræm/
A special plan that keeps someone safe from danger.
The witness joined a protection program so the bad guys could not find her.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A government plan that hides and guards people who might be hurt.
The family entered a protection program after testifying in court.
3. A set of rules and tools that keep computer information safe.
The school installed a data protection program on all its computers.
4. A service that helps animals or nature stay safe.
The wildlife protection program helps baby turtles reach the sea.