Definition of Safeguard

1. Noun. A precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.. "We let our guard down"

Exact synonyms: Guard, Precaution
Generic synonyms: Measure, Step
Specialized synonyms: Backstop, Security, Security Measures
Derivative terms: Precautionary

2. Verb. Make safe.
Generic synonyms: Protect

3. Noun. A document or escort providing safe passage through a region especially in time of war.
Exact synonyms: Safe-conduct
Generic synonyms: Pass, Passport

4. Verb. Escort safely.
Generic synonyms: Escort

Definition of Safeguard

1. n. One who, or that which, defends or protects; defense; protection.

2. v. t. To guard; to protect.

Definition of Safeguard

1. [v -ED, -ING, -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Safeguard

safarist
safarists
safari park
safe
safe
safe(p)
safe-conduct
safe-deposit
safe-deposit box
safebreaker
safecracker
safecrackers
safecracking
safecrackings
safed
safeguard (current term)
safeguarded
safeguarding
safeguards
safehold
safekeeping
safekeepings
safelight
safelights
safely
safeness
safenesses
safer
safes
safest

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