unprotected
adjective/ˌʌnprəˈtektɪd/
/ˌʌnprəˈtektɪd/
- not protected against being hurt or damaged
- They hunt in packs, attacking the old, sick and unprotected young animals.
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- not covered to prevent it from causing damage or injury
- Machinery was often unprotected and accidents were frequent.
- (of sex) done without using a condom
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