ward off . ward off {v. phr.} To deflect; avert. Vitamin C is known to ward off the common cold. Categories: add yours {v. phr.} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2024 To section: W Subscribe to: American IdiomsIdioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Add my comment