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safeguard
noun
verb
A precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.
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ˈseɪfɡɑː(ɹ)d
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noun
A precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.
“He put an ice pack on the injury as a precaution”
noun
A document or escort providing safe passage through a region especially in time of war
verb
Make safe
verb
Escort safely
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Example Sentences
He put an ice pack on the injury as a precaution
An insurance policy is a good safeguard
We let our guard down
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