防
prevent; defend; guard against; dike
Meanings
4 senses · 20 examplesverb
to prevent; to guard against; to take precautions
Used when preparing for potential dangers, risks, or unwanted situations.
We need to prepare well for flood prevention.
Please close the doors and windows before going out to guard against thieves.
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This medicine can prevent colds.
We must prevent disasters before they happen.
You should be more cautious with strangers.
verb
to defend; to guard; to protect
formalUsed in contexts of protecting against attacks, invasions, or threats.
Soldiers are patrolling along the border defense line.
This castle was built in the 15th century to defend against enemies.
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We need to strengthen national defense construction.
The army is deploying defenses in coastal areas.
This city has a good defense system.
noun
dike; embankment; dam
neutralRefers to structures built to prevent flooding by holding back water.
Villagers are reinforcing the river embankment.
This flood control dike protects the farmland downstream.
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Last year's floods destroyed part of the embankment.
The government invested in building new seawalls.
Embankments need regular inspection and maintenance.
proper noun
a surname
neutralUsed as a family name in Chinese culture.
My teacher's surname is Fang.
Mr. Fang is the manager of our company.
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Do you know Fang Xiaoming?
The surname Fang is not very common in China.
The ancestors of the Fang family were ancient generals.