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safeguard

DEFINITIONS OF: safeguard

1

n a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.

“an insurance policy is a good safeguard”
Synonyms:
guard, precaution
Types:
backstop
a precaution in case of an emergency
security, security measures
measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc.
Type of:
measure, step
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal

n a document or escort providing safe passage through a region especially in time of war

Synonyms:
safe-conduct
Type of:
pass, passport
any authorization to pass or go somewhere

v make safe

Type of:
protect
shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage

v escort safely

Type of:
escort
accompany as an escort
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