Definition of Ward
Ward
ward
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(noun)
the state of being protected or guarded, especially the custody of a child;
e.g. I took the orphan on as my ward, as she was all alone in the world and needed protection.
(noun)
a division or section in a hospital;
e.g. The hospital has 18 general wards.
(noun)
to stop someone or something from hurting or influencing one;
e.g. The talismans were thought to ward off evil.
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