Deflective protection Crossword Clue

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Deflective protection Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. tough more-or-less rigid protective covering of an animal or plant
2. protective covering made of metal and used in combat
(verb)
1. equip with armor

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

DEFLECTIVE (adjective)
1. capable of changing the direction (of a light or sound wave)
PROTECTION (noun)
1. payment extorted by gangsters on threat of violence
2. a covering that is intend to protect from damage or injury

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