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Jumper that's taken in for protection? (10)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

turtleneck

'jumper' is the definition.
(type of jumper or sweater)

I don't understand the remainder of the clue.

(Other definitions for turtleneck that I've seen before include "Type of sweater" , "Sweater similar to polo" , "Type of jumper (between crew- and polo-)" , "clothing" , "High-topped jersey" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.
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