Language Point 38
Protection of the environment used to be the concern of special groups. (Para. 29)
Meaning: In the past usually only special groups of people were concerned about the protection of the environment.
protection: 1. the act of keeping safe or state of being kept safe 保护
Such a thin coat gives little protection against the cold.
这样一件薄薄的大衣难以御寒。
2. someone or something that protects
What's the use of shoes? They are the protection for feet.
鞋的作用是什么?它们是保护脚的。