safeguards (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈseɪfɡɑːrd/
Definition
A measure or action taken to protect someone or something from harm or danger.
Examples
The new security system is designed to safeguard sensitive company data.
We need to implement stronger policies to safeguard children's rights.
How to Use safeguards
- safeguard against (prepositional phrase)
- To protect from a specific danger or negative outcome. — "These measures will safeguard against fraud."
- safeguard the interests of (collocation)
- To protect the rights, property, or well-being of a person or group. — "The union fought to safeguard the interests of its members."
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