Ward (Verb)
Meaning
Watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect; "guard my possessions while I'm away".
Classification
Verbs of fighting, athletic activities.
Examples
- The nurse took steps to ward off infection by sterilizing the equipment before use.
- They were trained to ward off potential threats during their shifts as security personnel.
- The company took measures to ward off cyber attacks by installing advanced security software.
- A guardian's role is to ward the child from any potential harm until they are of age.
- The firefighters worked tirelessly to ward off the flames from spreading to nearby buildings.