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safeguard

/ˈseɪfˌɡɑrd/
noun
  1. Something that provides protection against harm, loss, or danger.
    • Parents installed a fence as a safeguard to keep children away from the pool.
    • Wearing a helmet is a simple safeguard against head injuries while biking.
    • The new encryption software acts as a safeguard for customer data.
verb
  1. To protect something from harm, loss, or danger.
    • We need to safeguard the environment for future generations.
    • The treaty aims to safeguard the rights of all citizens.
    • You should safeguard your passwords by using a secure manager.
Synonyms
protectshielddefend
Antonyms
endanger
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