guard

Meaning of guard in English

Noun

1. the act of guarding

Four soldiers stood guard on the city gates.

2. a person who watches over and protects a person or place; guardian

The company employs five guards.
A guard was posted outside the building.

3. a person who watches over a prisoner; jailer

4. a group of soldiers who stand at the entrance to a place to guard it; sentry or sentinel

5. wariness or vigilance; caution

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6. UK, a railway official in charge of a train; conductor

Verb

1. watch over and protect a person or place; keep safe from harm or danger

The princess is guarded by a monkey, a peacock, and a dog.

2. watch over a prisoner; keep eye on to prevent escape or misconduct

The prisoner was closely guarded on the way to court.

3. keep in check or under control; restrain

guard one's temper
guard your tongueーnot be outspoken
closely guarded secret

4. take precautions; beware

guard against errors
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