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- pronunciation:
- gar
di
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- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer, Word Parts
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
a person who guards or protects.
The police are the guardians of our neighborhood.- synonyms:
- defender, shield
- similar words:
- chaperon, custodian, escort, parent, patron, preserver, protection, watchman
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definition 2: |
an adult chosen by law to be responsible for the care and protection of a child or a person who cannot care for himself or herself.
- similar words:
- parent
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related words: |
caretaker, warden |
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derivation: |
guardianship (n.) |
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