ward
noun
1. a person who is under the protection or in the custody of another
Definition categories: person, individual, mortal, somebody, someone, soul
2. a district into which a city or town is divided for the purpose of administration and elections
Definition categories: location
3. block forming a division of a hospital (or a suite of rooms) shared by patients who need a similar kind of care
- they put her in a 4-bed ward
Definition categories: man–made, block
4. a division of a prison (usually consisting of several cells)
Similar word(s): cellblock
Definition categories: man–made, block
Sentences with ward as a noun:
- On our last visit to Tokyo, we went to Chiyoda ward and visited the Emperor's palace.
- After the trial, little Robert was declared a ward of the state.
verb
1. watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect
Similar word(s): guard
Definition categories: competition, protect