This is the 15019th most frequent German word.
schützenden
"Schützenden" means "protective."
The word 'schützenden' is used as an attributive adjective modifying 'Ästen', describing the protective nature of the branches.
Der Wanderer suchte Schutz unter den schützenden Ästen des Baums.
The hiker sought protection under the tree's protective branches.
'Schützenden' here serves as an adjective related to 'Händen', expressing the desired protection or care of these hands.
In einer Welt voller Gefahren träumte sie von schützenden Händen.
In a world full of dangers, she dreamed of protective hands.
In this example, 'schützenden' describes 'Armen' as providing a sense of safety, emphasizing the protective quality.