| 释义 |
proˈtectable, a.
[f. protect v. + -able.]
Capable of being protected (esp. by legislation); = protectible a. Also, arousing protective feelings.
1946Rep. Cases Supreme Court Indiana CCXXIII. 484 The beer dealer's complaint shows clearly that no protectable property right is alleged. 1962A. E. Turner Law Trade Secrets iii. i. 120 The distinction between protectable secret subject-matter, and ‘personal’ skill, knowledge and experience which the courts will not protect from use or disclosure. 1977Washington Post 6 Nov. f3/5 She becomes flirtatious, girlish, sexy, infinitely protectable and appealing. 1986Christian Science Monitor 21 Aug. 23/2 The right to change one's mind is probably as protectable as the public's right to know. |