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- pronunciation:
- seIf
gard
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
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noun |
| definition: |
a person, thing, or action that gives protection; a way of making sure that something is safe.
Seat belts in cars are a safeguard against getting hurt in an accident.- synonyms:
- defense, guard, protection, shield
- similar words:
- security
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
safeguards, safeguarding, safeguarded |
| definition: |
to keep safe; guard; protect.
The fireman taught us how to safeguard our home.- synonyms:
- guard, protect, shield
- similar words:
- armor, defend, ensure, preserve, secure, shelter, watch
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| related words: |
mind, preserve, save, spare |
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