Safe"guard` (?), n. [Safe = guard: cf. F. sauvegarde.]
1.
One who, or that which, defends or protects; defense; protection.
Shak.
Thy sword, the safeguard of thy brother's throne.
Granville.
2.
A convoy or guard to protect a traveler or property.
3.
A pass; a passport; a safe-conduct.
Shak.
© Webster 1913.
Safe"=guard`, v. t.
To guard; to protect.
Shak.
© Webster 1913.