Meaning : Intended or adapted to afford protection of some kind.
Example :
A protective covering.
The use of protective masks and equipment.
Protective coatings.
Kept the drunken sailor in protective custody.
Animals with protective coloring.
Protective tariffs.
Not affording protection.
unprotectiveMeaning : Showing care.
Example :
A protective mother.
Meaning : (usually followed by `of') solicitously caring or mindful.
Example :
Protective of his reputation.