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Protector (?), n. [L.: cf. F. protecteur.]
    1. One who, or that which, defends or shields from injury, evil, oppression, etc.; a defender; a guardian; a patron.

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    For the world's protector shall be known. Waller.

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    2. (Eng. Hist.) One having the care of the kingdom during the king's minority; a regent.

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    Is it concluded he shall be protector ! Shak.

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    3. (R. C. Ch.) A cardinal, from one of the more considerable Roman Catholic nations, who looks after the interests of his people at Rome; also, a cardinal who has the same relation to a college, religious order, etc.

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    Lord Protector (Eng. Hist.), the title of Oliver Cromwell as supreme governor of the British Commonwealth (1653-1658).

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