Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
protectee
noun
pruh-tek-tee
Definition
A person who is protected or receives protection, typically in a security context.
Examples
- The private security team was hired to ensure the safety of the high-profile protectee.
- Following the trial, the witness became a protectee under the witness protection program.
- The celebrity’s protectee status required enhanced measures during public appearances.
Meaning
The term refers to an individual who is safeguarded by someone else, often for safety or security reasons. Protectees may include witnesses, celebrities, or individuals at risk of harm.
Synonyms
- ward
- client
- beneficiary
- protected person
