ultimatesafeguard

noun

UK /ˈʌltɪmət ˈseɪfɡɑːd/

US /ˈʌltəmət ˈseɪfɡɑːrd/

The very best protection that keeps something completely safe.

Wearing a helmet is the ultimatesafeguard when you ride a bike.

SYNONYMS

best protection final defense greatest shield top safety measure

RELATED WORDS

safety protection security defense shield

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The last and strongest rule that stops something bad from happening.

The teacher made a rule as an ultimatesafeguard against accidents in the lab.

3. A special device that keeps people safe when everything else fails.

The backup brake is an ultimatesafeguard on the roller coaster.

4. The most reliable way to keep something from being lost or harmed.

Keeping a copy in the cloud is an ultimatesafeguard for your photos.