savegard
Middle English
/ˈsau̯fɡard(ə)/
noun
Definitions
- Safeguarding, guardianship; the ensuring of security.
- (rare) Custody, protection from harm or damage.
- (rare) Ensuring of safe passage or transport.
- (rare) A safekeeper or defender.
Etymology
Borrowed from Middle French sauvegarde affix from Middle English sauf + Middle English garde.
Origin
Middle English
garde