safeguard
noun
[ ˈseɪfɡɑːd ]
• a measure taken to protect someone or something or to prevent something undesirable.
• "the charity called for tougher safeguards to protect Britain's remaining natural forests"
Similar:
protection,
defence,
guard,
shelter,
screen,
buffer,
preventive,
precaution,
prophylactic,
provision,
security,
safety measure,
surety,
cover,
insurance,
indemnity,
safeguard
verb
• protect from harm or damage with an appropriate measure.
• "a framework which safeguards employees from exploitation"
Similar:
protect,
afford protection to,
shield,
screen,
defend,
guard,
keep safe,
shelter,
preserve,
conserve,
look after,
save,
secure,
Origin:
late Middle English (denoting protection or safe conduct): from Old French sauve garde, from sauve ‘safe’ + garde ‘guard’. Compare with saggar.
