guard

/ɡɑrd/
verb
  1. To protect someone or something from harm or danger.
    • She guards her privacy very carefully.
    • The soldiers were ordered to guard the bridge.
    • Two dogs guard the house at night.
  2. To watch over someone to prevent them from escaping.
    • Prisoners are guarded around the clock.
    • The police officer guarded the suspect until the van arrived.
    • He was assigned to guard the prisoner during the trial.
  3. To be careful to prevent something bad from happening.
    • Eat well to guard against illness.
    • You should guard against making the same mistake twice.
    • The company took steps to guard against data breaches.
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noun
  1. A person who protects a person, place, or thing from danger or attack.
    • The security guard checked everyone's ID at the entrance.
    • A prison guard watches over the inmates.
    • The museum hired extra guards for the new exhibit.
  2. A state of being careful or watchful, especially to avoid danger.
    • He let his guard down and was surprised by the question.
    • You should always be on your guard against pickpockets in crowded areas.
    • The soldiers were on guard all night.
  3. A device or piece of equipment that protects against injury or damage.
    • Make sure the blade guard is in place before using the saw.
    • The machine has a safety guard to prevent accidents.
    • He wore a mouth guard while playing football.
  4. A position in sports such as basketball or football, or a player in that position.
    • She plays point guard for the school basketball team.
    • The offensive guard blocked the defensive player.
    • The guard passed the ball to the forward.
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