ward

B1
Pronunciation
/wɔːd/
/wɔɹd/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

A warden; a guard; a guardian or watchman.

2 Definition

Protection, defence.

3 Definition

A protected place, and by extension, a type of subdivision.

4 Definition

A person under guardianship.

5 Definition

An object used for guarding.

Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To keep in safety, to watch over, to guard.

2 Definition

To defend, to protect.

3 Definition

To fend off, to repel, to turn aside, as anything mischievous that approaches; -- usually followed by off.

4 Definition

To be vigilant; to keep guard.

5 Definition

To act on the defensive with a weapon.