Ward
01
病房, 科室
a separate area in a hospital for patients with similar conditions
例子
He was transferred to the orthopedic ward for treatment of his broken leg.
他被转到骨科病房治疗他的断腿。
02
an individual placed under the care, protection, or legal guardianship of another person
例子
He is the ward of the court due to his parents' incapacity.
03
an administrative division of a city or town, often used for elections or local governance
例子
Each ward has a representative on the city council.
04
a section within a prison, usually containing multiple cells
例子
Guards patrolled the ward every hour.
to ward
01
to protect, guard, or shield someone or something from harm, danger, or undesirable influence
例子
Sunscreen wards the skin against UV damage.
