Definition of safeguard
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: pass, safe-conduct
2a
: a precautionary measure, stipulation, or device
b
: a technical contrivance to prevent accident
safeguard
verb
safeguarded; safeguarding; safeguards
Definition of safeguard (Entry 2 of 2)
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The first known use of safeguard was in the 15th century
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