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What does ward off mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word ward off? Here's what it means.

Verb
  1. (transitive) To parry, or turn aside.
  2. (transitive) To avert or prevent.
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The new cabs are 75 percent stiffer in construction to ward off squeaks and rattles.
If the food takes a little long to come, just have some savories and dips to ward off the hunger pangs in the guests, and relax and enjoy.
The veil was also believed to magically have the power to ward off surrounding evils that wish to harm the bride.
The rarefied air requires a mandatory period of two or three days enforced rest on arrival in order to ward off headaches and mountain sickness.
The boy and the dog relish the scamper, but the pedlar fingers his rosary to ward off the threat of a drenching.
Rue was hung from doorways and windows to ward off evil spirits and prevent them from entering the house.

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