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Safeguard

noun
Word Frequency: 3.4

Definitions

1.nounSomething that serves as a guard or protection; a defense.
"Getting a flu shot is a good safeguard against illness."
2.nounOne who, or that which, defends or protects; defence; protection.
3.nounA safe-conduct or passport, especially in time of war.
4.nounThe monitor lizard.
5.verbTo protect, to keep safe.
"She kept a savings to safeguard against debt and emergencies."
6.verbTo escort safely.

Synonyms

precautionsafekeepingprotectionprotectprotectiveprotecteddefenddefensedefenceguardianguardsecurement

Rhymes With

regarddisregardhardretardvanguardmarredbarredavant-garde
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