Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the phrase
Ward Off.
Ward Off - as a verb
Prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening; to protect from or to keep away anything undesirable; to ward off
Example: "Let's avoid a confrontation"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
avert8avoid9debar8deflect13fend offforefend15forfend14head offobviate12stave offAvert, turn away, or repel
Example: "Ward off danger"
Example Sentences
"He wore a hat to ward off the sun."
"She used bug spray to ward off mosquitoes."
"They installed a security system to ward off burglars."
"He carried a whistle to ward off wild animals."
"The medicine helps to ward off infections."
