Safeguard
/sˈeɪˌfɡɑrd/
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Definition
(noun) Something that serves as a guard or protection; a defense.
Sentence Examples
The safeguard of the state shall be the supreme law.
Free flow of information is the only safeguard against tyranny.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The new legislation was designed to ____ the rights of workers in precarious employment.