Guard: meaning, definitions and examples

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guard

[ ɡɑːrd ]

^{Context #1}

security

A person who protects someone or something, especially a place or group of people, from danger or attack.

Synonyms

defender, sentinel, watchman

Examples of usage

The guard stood at the entrance to the castle.
The security guard checked everyone's ID before allowing them to enter.

^{Context #2}

sports

A player in sports such as basketball, soccer, or football whose main role is to prevent the opposing team from scoring.

Synonyms

defender, protector, stopper

Examples of usage

He is a tough defender and a key player in the team's defense.
The basketball guard intercepted the pass and scored a fast break layup.

^{Context #3}

watch over

To watch over in order to protect or control.

Synonyms

defend, protect, watch over

Examples of usage

She guards her personal information carefully.
The dog guards the house against intruders.

Translations

Translations of the word "guard" in other languages:

🇵🇹 guarda

vigia
protetor

🇮🇳 रक्षक

🇩🇪 Wächter

Wache
Schutz

🇮🇩 penjaga

🇺🇦 охоронець

вартовий
захисник

🇵🇱 strażnik

wartownik
ochroniarz

🇯🇵 ガード

警備員
守衛

🇫🇷 gardien

vigile
protecteur

🇪🇸 guardián

vigilante
protector

🇹🇷 koruma

bekçi
muhafız

🇰🇷 경비원

🇸🇦 حارس

🇨🇿 stráž

hlídač
ochránce

🇸🇰 strážca

🇨🇳 守卫

保卫者
卫兵

🇸🇮 stražar

🇮🇸 vörður

🇰🇿 күзетші

🇬🇪 მცველი

🇦🇿 mühafizəçi

🇲🇽 guardián

vigilante
protector

Word origin

The word 'guard' originated from the Old French word 'garde', which means 'to protect'. It has been used in various languages and cultures throughout history to refer to those who protect, defend, or watch over others. Guards have played a crucial role in maintaining security and order in societies, from ancient civilizations to modern times.