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Definition of warded - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
securityRare guarded or protected against dangerRare
- The warded treasure was safe from thieves..
2.
locksDated UK fitted with wards for securityDated UK
- The warded lock was difficult to pick.
3.
magicRare protected by magical wardsRare
- The castle was warded against intruders.
Origin of warded
English, ward (to guard)
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Examples of warded in a sentence
She felt safe in the warded sanctuary. The warded mechanism added an extra layer of security. He specialized in crafting warded keys for antique locks. The ancient book was warded to prevent theft. Her amulet was warded to repel dark magic.
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- French:protégé, à gorges, ...
- German:geschützt, mit Sperren versehen, ...
- Italian:custodito, con ward, ...
- Spanish:resguardado, con guardas, ...
- Portuguese:protegido, com proteções, ...
- Chinese:受保护的, 带栓的, ...
- Japanese:守られた, ワード付きの, ...
- Arabic:مَحْروس, مَزْوَد بِحَوَاجِز, ...
- Hebrew:מוּגָן, מְאוּבטָח, ...
- Russian:охраняемый, оснащённый, ...
- Ukrainian:захищений, засувний, ...
- Hindi:सुरक्षित, वार्डेड, ...
Definition of ward - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
healthcareroom in a hospital for patients
- She was admitted to the maternity ward.
2.
political districtdistrict for administrative or electoral purposes
- He was elected as the councilor for the ward.
3.
legalTECH. person under legal protection or guardianshipTECH.
- The child became a ward of the state.
4.
architectureUK area within a castleUK
- The soldiers guarded the castle's inner ward.
Verb
safety dutykeep safe by guarding, blocking or driving away harm
- She warded her child by blocking the flying debris.
Images of ward
room in a hospital for patients 
area within a castle
Expressions with ward
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prevent something bad from happening
He wore a hat to ward off sunburn.
area in a hospital for similar patient care
She was admitted to the surgical hospital ward.
hospital section for pregnancy and newborn care
The maternity ward provides care for mothers and babies.
section in a hospital with single rooms for patients
She stayed in a private ward after her surgery.
take action to prevent misfortune
She carried a charm to ward off bad luck.
person under court's protection and control
The child became a ward of court after the hearing.
person under government protection and care
The child became a ward of state after the court ruling.
person under state guardianship and care
The child became a state ward after the court ruling.
hospital area for urgent medical care
The patient was rushed to the emergency ward after the accident.
hospital section for mental health treatment
She was admitted to the psychiatric ward for evaluation.
person under government protection and care
After the court ruling, she became a ward of the state.
regular hospital visit by medical staff to patients
The doctor conducted a ward round in the morning.
party worker canvassing votes for a political boss
The ward heeler knocked on every door in the district.
hospital area for emergency treatment
The ambulance rushed the accident victim to the casualty ward.
guard or protect someone or something carefully
The soldiers keep watch and ward over the castle at night.
child under court protection and control
The boy became a ward in chancery after his parents died.
long ward with beds on both sides and a central nurses' station
The Nightingale ward design allows easy patient monitoring.
in a state of confinement or custody
The valuable artifact was placed under guard and ward.
senior nurse managing a hospital ward
The ward sister coordinated the patient care efficiently.
section of a workhouse for temporary accommodation
The casual ward was full of travelers seeking shelter.
Origin of ward
Old English, weard (guard, protector)
Examples of ward in a sentence
He was transferred to the intensive care ward. The ward has a population of 10,000 residents. Each ward elects its own representative. The orphan was declared a ward by the court. As a ward, she required a guardian's consent for decisions. The ward was bustling with activity during the festival.
The castle's ward housed the armory and stables. He raised his arm to ward the wasp away. Thick walls helped ward the villagers from invading forces.
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- French:unité, parer, ...
- German:Station, abwehren, ...
- Italian:reparto, proteggere, ...
- Spanish:sala, proteger, ...
- Portuguese:enfermaria, proteger, ...
- Chinese:病房, 挡开, ...
- Japanese:病棟, 守る, ...
- Arabic:جَناح, صَدَّ, ...
- Hebrew:מַחְלָקָה, לַהֲדֹף, ...
- Russian:отделение, защищать, ...
- Ukrainian:палата, захищати, ...
- Hindi:वार्ड, बचाना, ...
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