Definition of safeguard

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • safeguard is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 14
  • safeguard is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 14
  • safeguard is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 16

Definition of safeguard


  • a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc. (noun)

    Examples

    1. an insurance policy is a good safeguard

    Synonyms

    1. guard
    2. precaution
  • a document or escort providing safe passage through a region especially in time of war (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. safe-conduct
  • escort safely (verb)
  • make safe (verb)

See definition of safeguard in Merriam Webster