for|fend

for|fend
for|fend «fr FEHND», transitive verb.
1. Especially U.S. to defend, secure, or protect: »

It is the duty of the courts also to forfend the rights of citizens.

2. Archaic. to ward off; avert; prevent.
3. Obsolete. to forbid; prohibit. Also, forefend.

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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