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safeguard
[seyf-gahrd]
noun
something that serves as a protection or defense or that ensures safety.
a permit for safe passage.
a guard or convoy.
a mechanical device for ensuring safety.
verb (used with object)
to guard; protect; secure.
Synonyms: ,
safeguard
/ ˈɪˌɡɑː /
noun
a person or thing that ensures protection against danger, damage, injury, etc
a document authorizing safe-conduct
verb
(tr) to defend or protect
Other Word Forms
- unsafeguarded adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of safeguard1
Example Sentences
By establishing the salmon sanctuary in Blue Creek, the deal safeguards a vital cold-water habitat for fish including Chinook salmon, coho salmon and steelhead.
safeguards, if any, do members of Congress have that might protect their ability to speak freely, and publicly oppose the executive branch?
"As we edge closer to the High Seas Treaty coming into force, governments need to double down - using both transparency and new technologies - to safeguard the ocean," he added.
“In the end, this painful and difficult decision was driven by the need to safeguard CHLA’s ability to operate amid significant external pressures beyond our control.”
Coroner Michael Pemberton said the fight was unsanctioned and the safeguards that were meant to exist "simply didn't".
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