Pronunciation: /ɡɑrd/
noun a person who protects or keeps watch over someone or something
A1 The guard at the museum is very friendly.
A2 The security guard checked my bag before letting me into the concert.
B1 The guard patrolled the perimeter of the building to ensure no one entered unauthorized.
B2 The prison guard kept a close watch on the inmates to prevent any escape attempts.
C1 The royal guard stood stoically outside the palace, ready to defend against any threat.
C2 The guard's vigilance never wavered as he monitored the CCTV cameras for any suspicious activity.
verb to watch over in order to protect or control
A1 The security guard guards the entrance to the building.
A2 I guard my personal belongings carefully in crowded places.
B1 The soldiers were ordered to guard the perimeter of the camp.
B2 It is important to guard against potential security threats in the digital age.
C1 The diplomat was assigned to guard the interests of their country during the negotiations.
C2 The elite special forces unit was tasked with guarding the president during their visit to the war-torn region.
formal The security guard patrolled the premises diligently throughout the night.
informal The guard kept an eye on things all night long.
slang Yo, did you see that guard bust that dude for trying to sneak in?
figurative The thick walls of the castle served as a guard against any potential invaders.
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