Definitions

1. verb

to prevent or warn against something unpleasant or dangerous

“The warning sign was intended to forfend people from entering the hazardous area.”

2. noun

a warning or preventative measure

“The construction company installed a barrier to forfend the workers from falling off the building.”

3. verb

to prevent or avert a threat or danger

“The security team worked to forfend the attack by strengthening the defenses.”

4. noun

a person or thing that prevents or averts a threat or danger

“The hero is considered the forfend of the city from the invading forces.”