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safeguard |
3 definitions found From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: Safeguard \Safe"guard`\, n. [Safe = guard: cf F. sauvegarde.] 1. One who or that which defends or protects; defense; protection. --Shak. Thy sword, the safeguard of thy brother's throne. --Granville. 2. A convoy or guard to protect a traveler or property. 3. A pass; a passport; a safe-conduct. --Shak. From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: Safeguard \Safe"guard`\, v. t. To guard; to protect. --Shak. From WordNet r 1.6 [wn]: safeguard n : warding off an impending threat [syn: {precaution}] v 1: make safe 2: escort safely
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