Guarding

Pronunciation: /ˈɡʌɑɹd/

Guarding (verb)

  1. To keep someone or something safe from danger, damage, or loss.
  2. To stay in a place and watch for trouble or to prevent problems.
  3. To save something for later use or to keep it for a future time.

Examples

  • The nurse guards the patient from harm.
  • We guard the children from harm during the trip.