protection; defense; providence
General term for protection, defense, or safeguarding. Sense 2 (providence) is a more abstract, often divine or fate-related protection; in modern usage it is largely covered by the broader protection sense.
This amulet is said to provide protection during travel.
警察は市民の安全の守りに当たっている。
The police are responsible for the protection of citizens' safety.
In the second half, the team tightened its defense and didn't allow a comeback.
She wore a protective charm, praying for a safe journey.
They broke through the opponent's defense and scored the first goal.
This team has a solid defense and rarely gets scored on.
guard; watchman
sword for self-defense