FORFEND


Meaning of FORFEND in English

/fawr fend"/ , v.t.

1. to defend, secure, or protect.

2. to fend off, avert, or prevent.

3. Archaic. forbid.

Also, forefend .

[ 1350-1400; ME forfenden. See FOR-, FEND ]

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