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safe⋅guard
[seyf-gahrd] 
–noun
| 1. | something that serves as a protection or defense or that ensures safety. |
| 2. | a permit for safe passage. |
| 3. | a guard or convoy. |
| 4. | a mechanical device for ensuring safety. |
–verb (used with object)
| 5. | to guard; protect; secure. |
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| safe·guard (sāf'gärd') n.
To ensure the safety of; protect. See Synonyms at defend. |
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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Safeguard
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.Safeguard
Safe"guard`\, v. t. To guard; to protect. --Shak.
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Language Translation for : safeguard
Spanish:
salvaguardia, protección, garantía,
German:
die Sicherung,
Japanese:
保護するもの
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2001 Douglas Harper
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