Meaning of SAFEGUARD
| Pronunciation: | | 'seyf`gârd
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- [n] a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.
- [n] a document or escort providing safe passage through a region especially in time of war
- [v] make safe
- [v] escort safely
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| | See Also: | | escort, esquire, measure, pass, passport, protect, security, security measures, step | |
| Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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\Safe"guard`\, n. [Safe = guard: cf. F. sauvegarde.]
1. One who, or that which, defends or protects; defense;
protection. --Shak.
Thy sword, the safeguard of thy brother's throne.
--Granville.
2. A convoy or guard to protect a traveler or property.
3. A pass; a passport; a safe-conduct. --Shak.
\Safe"guard`\, v. t.
To guard; to protect. --Shak.
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