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guard
noun
Synonyms and Antonyms of GUARD
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a person or group that watches over someone or something <checked in with the security guard at the gate>
Synonyms custodian, guardian, keeper, lookout, minder, picket, sentinel, sentry, warden, warder, watch, watcher, watchman
Related Words observer, patrol, spotter, surveillant, watchdog; bodyguard, convoy, defender, escort, honor guard; gatekeeper; hack [slang]
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means or method of defending <the boxer's sparring partner managed to get a blow in under his left guard>
Synonyms aegis (also egis), ammunition, armor, buckler, cover, guard, protection, safeguard, screen, security, shield, wall, ward
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one that accompanies another for protection, guidance, or as a courtesy <the honor guards raised their sabers as the happy couple descended the church steps>
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someone that protects <a battalion of burly guards surrounding the celebrity>
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