Protege Definition

protege
noun
  1. a person who receives support and protection from an influential patron who furthers the protege's career

"Protege" in song lyrics

See how protege is used in real songs:

  • "To lower the price of your home has made this nation just a protege'"
    Down Under Beats Crew — Power Reigns
  • "Don't get ahead of yourself, you just my protege"
    Holocaust & American Poets 2099 f/ Dopestyle, G-Clef Da Mad Komposa, Weapon X — Sharp Splinters
  • "Solomon Childs, New York protege"
    Lord Superb, Solomon Childs — Take Up Space

Usage tips for "protege"

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