Revision as of 20:40, 25 October 2005 by imported>mutante(diff) ← Older revision | Latest revision (diff) | Newer revision → (diff)overprotection, overshielding, excessive protection protection - the activity of protecting someone or something; "the witnesses demanded police protection" n. American, excessive devotion to mother. a combination of "mom" and the "-ism" suffix. Philip Wylie on "Momism" (1955) Categories: IsmsDefinitions Cookies help us deliver our services. By using our services, you agree to our use of cookies.More informationOK