Meaning Of The Word Overprotect

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overprotect in American English
to protect more than is necessary or desirable; specif., to exercise excessive, damaging control over (one's child, etc.) in seeking to shield from hurt, conflict, disappointment, etc.

overprotect in British English
verb: to protect more than necessary, esp to shield (a child) excessively so as to inhibit its development

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