ward off
phrasal verbPart ofward
ward off — phrasal verb
1. to do something to prevent something unpleasant, dangerous, or unwanted from aff
1.phrasal verb
Definition
to do something to prevent something unpleasant, dangerous, or unwanted from affecting you or reaching you
Example
Minh drank hot ginger tea every morning to ward off a cold during winter.
Élise sprayed insect repellent on her arms to ward off mosquitoes in the jungle.
The central bank raised interest rates to ward off a serious economic crisis.
Regular exercise and a balanced diet can help ward off many common diseases.
Christopher carried a small charm that he believed would ward off evil spirits.