overprotect
/ˌoʊvərprəˈtɛkt/
verb
- To protect someone or something too much, especially a child, so that they do not learn to be independent or deal with difficulties.
- Parents sometimes overprotect their children by not letting them play outside alone.
- If you overprotect your pet, it may become anxious when left alone.
- She tends to overprotect her younger brother, even when he doesn't need help.
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