Definition of ward

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Ward (n.) The state of being under guard or guardianship; confinement under guard; the condition of a child under a guardian; custody.

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Forward :: Forward (a.) Advanced beyond the usual degree; advanced for season; as, the grass is forward, or forward for the season; we have a forward spring..
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Profection :: Profection (n.) A setting out; a going forward; advance; progression.
Awarder :: Awarder (n.) One who awards, or assigns by sentence or judicial determination; a judge..
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Warn :: Warn (v. t.) To ward off.
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