Definition: In linguistics and philosophy, a protege is a person who serves as a protector or guardian to another. It is often used in relation to children, particularly those who are young and dependent on their parents for protection. In this context, "protege" refers to someone who is responsible for protecting a child, especially from harm or abuse. The term itself originates from the Latin word "protus," which means "guardian," referring specifically to a person who watches over another person's