Meaning of guard in English
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
6. UK, a railway official in charge of a train; conductor
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
guard against errors