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Ward
01
salle
a separate area in a hospital for patients with similar conditions
Exemples
The hospital ’s pediatric ward is specifically for children who need medical care.
Le service pédiatrique de l'hôpital est spécifiquement pour les enfants qui ont besoin de soins médicaux.
He was transferred to the orthopedic ward for treatment of his broken leg.
Il a été transféré au service orthopédique pour le traitement de sa jambe cassée.
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pupille, protégé
a person who is under the protection or in the custody of another
Exemples
The orphan became the ward of a local family.
He is the ward of the court due to his parents' incapacity.
03
quartier, circonscription
a district into which a city or town is divided for the purpose of administration and elections
Exemples
The mayor was elected by the citizens of the northern ward.
Each ward has a representative on the city council.
04
quartier, division
a division of a prison (usually consisting of several cells)
Exemples
The new inmates were assigned to the maximum-security ward.
Guards patrolled the ward every hour.
to ward
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veiller sur, protéger
watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect
Exemples
The parents warded the children from potential hazards.
Sunscreen wards the skin against UV damage.
