Word details
防ぐ
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 防ぐ.
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Entry
1
to defend against; to protect against
Examples
塩は魚が腐るのを防ぐ。
Salt preserves fish from spoilage.
2
to prevent; to avert; to avoid
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