Language Point 38

Protection of the environment used to be the concern of special groups. (Para. 29)

Meaning: In the past usually only special groups of people were concerned about the protection of the environment.

protection: 1. the act of keeping safe or state of being kept safe 保护

Such a thin coat gives little protection against the cold.

这样一件薄薄的大衣难以御寒。

2. someone or something that protects

What's the use of shoes? They are the protection for feet.

鞋的作用是什么？它们是保护脚的。