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Protectionism
proh-TEK-shun-iz-um
/prəˈtɛkʃənɪzəm/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Protectionism
Dictionary meaning
Government policy of restricting imports to protect domestic industries.
Examples
- Tariffs are the main instrument of protectionism in trade disputes.
Pronunciation tips
Four syllables. Stress on second syllable.
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