A person who watches over or protects someone or something.
The museum hired a guard to ensure the safety of the exhibits.
A device or structure that prevents access or protects something.
The machine has a safety guard to prevent accidents.
A playing position in certain team sports, especially basketball or American football, responsible for ball-handling, blocking, or defending against opponents.
He started at guard for the college basketball team.
A state of vigilance or readiness to respond to danger or emergency.
The soldiers were on guard throughout the night.
The part of a weapon or tool that protects the hand or a delicate mechanism.
The sword's guard featured intricate engravings.
A group of people, especially soldiers or officials, assigned to protect a person, place, or event.
An honor guard escorted the president during the ceremony.