| protector | 1. One who, or that which, defends or shields from injury, evil, oppression, etc.; a defender; a guardian; a patron. "For the world's protector shall be known." (Waller) 2. One having the care of the kingdom during the king's minority; a regent. "Is it concluded he shall be protector !" (Shak) 3. A cardinal, from one of the more considerable Roman Catholic nations, who looks after the interests of his people at Rome; also, a cardinal who has the same relation to a college, religious order, etc. Lord Protector, the title of Oliver Cromwell as supreme governor of the British Commonwealth (1653-1658). Origin: L., cf. F. Protecteur. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
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| LATS | <endocrinology, immunology> A thyroid stimulating antibody which is directed against a receptor for TSH on the thyroid gland. This antibody acts like TSH and stimulates the thyroid to produce excessive amounts of thyroid hormone. The presence of this antibody generally indicates Grave's disease (hyperthyroidism). Acronym: LATS (15 Nov 1997) |