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protectant
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pro·tec·tant  (pr-tktnt)
n.
One that protects: applied a protectant to the raw wood.

protectant [prəˈtɛktənt]
n
(Chemistry) a chemical substance that affords protection, as against frost, rust, insects, etc.


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It contains natural sun protectants and emollients, and is used in many moisturizers, soaps and skin creams to firm and tighten skin.
Protectants prevent irritation of the perianal area by forming a physical barrier on the skin that prevents contact of the irritated skin with aggravating liquid or stool from the rectum.
Leather sofas can be protected with a variety of liquid protectants, often provided by the manufacturer itself; fabric sofas of all sorts can be protected with vinyl or other layers that are draped on top.
 
 
 
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