rearprotector

noun
UK /rɪəˈprətektə/
US /rɪrˈprətɛktər/

A rearprotector is something that keeps the back of a thing safe.

The car's rearprotector stopped the shopping cart from scratching the bumper.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A pad worn on the back for safety in sports.

The skater strapped on a rearprotector before hitting the ramp.

3. A cover that shields the back of a phone or tablet.

He bought a rearprotector so his new phone would not get scratched.

4. A person or device that watches over the back of a group.

The rearprotector kept an eye on the hikers at the end of the line.