Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary · 1913

Safeguard

Safeguard , noun

[Safe = guard: compare French sauvegarde.]

1.
One who, or that which, defends or protects; defense; protection. — Shakespeare
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. — Shakespeare

Safeguard , transitive verb

To guard; to protect. — Shakespeare