Plural of safeguard
regular plural
The plural of safeguard is safeguards.
Forms of safeguard
| Singular | safeguard /ˈseɪfɡɑːd/ |
|---|---|
| Plural | safeguards |
| Countable | countable |
Safeguards in a sentence
- An externment of a person is a harsh punishment on him and calls for procedural safeguards against the abuse of power by the authorities.1983, D. C. Pandey, Habitual Offenders and the Law, page 31
- The manifesto talks of safeguards to ensure that freight operators receive fair access to the network.2024 October 30, Andy Comfort, “Can the Royal Mail trains keep on running?”, in RAIL, number 1021, page 61. From the entry like
- One is "there are safeguards", the other "innocent people have nothing to fear".2008 April 8, Marcel Berlins, “Who owns the whale they couldn't save?”, in The Guardian. From the entry excusatory
- Paul carefully safeguards the priority of divine initiative over human efforts to come into relationship with God.2002, Richard B[evan] Hays, “The God of Mercy Who Rescues Us from the Present Evil Age: Romans and Galatians”, in A. Andrew Das, Frank J.…. From the entry midsentence
- After the initial lighting up the boiler is completely automatic and adequate safeguards are provided.1958 September, “Swindon's First Main-Line Diesel Locomotive”, in Railway Magazine, page 604. From the entry lighting up
Meaning of safeguard
- noun Something that serves as a guard or protection; a defense.
- noun One who, or that which, defends or protects; defence; protection.
- noun A safe-conduct or passport, especially in time of war.
Questions about the plural of safeguard
- What is the plural of safeguard?
- The plural of safeguard is safeguards.
- Is safeguard countable?
- Safeguard is a countable noun.
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