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Ward
01
rione
a separate area in a hospital for patients with similar conditions
Esempi
The hospital ’s pediatric ward is specifically for children who need medical care.
Il reparto pediatrico dell'ospedale è specificamente per i bambini che hanno bisogno di cure mediche.
He was transferred to the orthopedic ward for treatment of his broken leg.
È stato trasferito al reparto ortopedico per il trattamento della sua gamba rotta.
02
pupillo, protetto
a person who is under the protection or in the custody of another
Esempi
The orphan became the ward of a local family.
He is the ward of the court due to his parents' incapacity.
03
quartiere, circoscrizione
a district into which a city or town is divided for the purpose of administration and elections
Esempi
The mayor was elected by the citizens of the northern ward.
Each ward has a representative on the city council.
04
reparto, sezione
a division of a prison (usually consisting of several cells)
Esempi
The new inmates were assigned to the maximum-security ward.
Guards patrolled the ward every hour.
to ward
01
vigilare, proteggere
watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect
Esempi
The parents warded the children from potential hazards.
Sunscreen wards the skin against UV damage.
