guard vs safeguard

safeguard vs guard

guard and safeguard both are nouns.

guard and safeguard both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
guard	Yes	No	Yes	No
safeguard	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, guard and safeguard are synonyms defined as:

guard and safeguard: a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.

Other synonyms of guard include precaution.

guard (noun)	safeguard (noun)
a position on a basketball team	a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.
the duty of serving as a sentry	a document or escort providing safe passage through a region especially in time of war
(American football) a position on the line of scrimmage between the center and the tackles
a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.
a device designed to prevent injury or accidents
a posture of defence in boxing or fencing
a military unit serving to protect some place or person
the person who lines up between the center and the tackles on the offensive line of a football team on the line of scrimmage
a person who keeps watch over something or someone
the person who plays the position of guard on a basketball team

guard (verb)	safeguard (verb)
watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect	make safe
protect against a challenge or attack	escort safely
to keep watch over
take precautions in order to avoid some unwanted consequence

Difference between guard and safeguard

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