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guard
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- pronunciation:
- gard
- parts of speech:
- verb, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb, noun), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
guards, guarding, guarded |
| definition: |
to protect or pay close attention to something in order to keep it safe.
The dog guarded the sheep.The soldier guarded the entrance.- synonyms:
- defend, preserve, protect, watch
- similar words:
- cover, escort, mind, save, shelter, shield
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| related words: |
conserve, take care of |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
a person whose job is to watch out for danger or protect property.
There were guards around the president's house.
- synonyms:
- defender, preserver
- similar words:
- custodian, escort
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