Beschützt

"Beschützt" is a German adjective that translates to "protected" or "guarded" in English. It is used to describe something or someone that is safeguarded from harm, damage, or interference. The term can be applied to both tangible and intangible objects, such as a protected area in nature, a protected document, or a protected individual.

The word "beschützt" is derived from the verb "schützen," which means "to protect" or "to guard." It is often used in legal, environmental, and security contexts. For example, in environmental law, "beschütztes Gebiet" refers to an area that is legally protected from development or other forms of interference.

In a broader sense, "beschützt" can also imply a sense of security or safety. For instance, a "beschütztes Kind" is a child who is safeguarded from harm, often by legal or social measures.

The opposite of "beschützt" is "unbeschützt," which means "unprotected" or "vulnerable." This term is used to describe something or someone that is not safeguarded and is therefore at risk.