Definitions
1.verbTo keep in safety, to watch over, to guard.
2.verbTo defend, to protect.
3.verbTo fend off, to repel, to turn aside, as anything mischievous that approaches; -- usually followed by off.
4.verbTo be vigilant; to keep guard.
5.verbTo act on the defensive with a weapon.
6.nounThe act of one who wards.