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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

protectionist

/ˌprəʊtɛkˈʃənɪst/ adjective · British & US
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What does protectionist mean?

adjective

Favoring or advocating protectionism; supporting government policies that restrict imports or promote domestic industries through protectionist measures.

Example

"The politician's protectionist policies were criticized by international trade experts."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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