Forfend
[for-FEND]
Part of speech: verb
Origin: Middle English, 14th century
1.
Avert, keep away, or prevent (something evil or unpleasant).
2.
Protect (something) by precautionary measures.
Examples of Forfend in a sentence
"The fence should forfend rabbits getting into the garden."
"We need to rent a tent to forfend against any showers during the reception."
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