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Protection

Scope note

Use generally for the activity of keeping people and things safe from harm or deterioration. For actions taken to prevent further changes or deterioration in objects, sites, or structures, use "preservation". When such actions are taken on buildings or other structures specifically for cultural, aesthetic, or historic reasons, use "historic preservation".

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000164923

Broader Terms used

maintenance

Equivalent Terms used

protected
protecting

Created

13yrs ago

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