All related terms of 'Guards'

If you guard a place, person, or object, you stand near them in order to watch and protect them.

an extra ring worn to prevent another from slipping off the finger

an extra ring worn to prevent another from slipping off the finger

a chain on the fastening of a bracelet , watch , etc, to ensure that it cannot open enough to fall off accidentally

(in Britain) a cavalry regiment forming part of the Household Brigade , who wear scarlet jackets and white plumes in their helmets

→ the Red Guards

the mounted squadrons supplied by the Household Cavalry for ceremonial duties

→ the Scots Guards

a corps of Swiss mercenary soldiers, esp. those hired as Vatican bodyguards to the pope

a radical political movement of civilian youths in China, who were mobilized by Mao Zedong in 1966 and 1967, during the Cultural Revolution

a regiment of Guards Division of the British Army which dates back to 1642

a metal frame used in a car to contain pet dogs

If you refer to a group of people as the old guard , you mean that they have worked in a particular organization for a very long time and are unwilling to accept new ideas or practices .

a guard used to protect a player's face

The guard's van of a train is a small carriage or part of a carriage in which the guard travels.

In a battle , the rearguard is a group of soldiers who protect the back part of an army , especially when the army is leaving the battle.

a piece of tough protective clothing that you wear to cover your lower legs in some sports, such as football , ice hockey , baseball or rugby

A shin pad is a thick piece of material that you wear inside your socks to protect the lower part of your leg when you are playing a game such as football or rugby .

a guard who is carrying a gun

a guard stationed on a border between countries

A cattle grid is a set of metal bars in the surface of a road which prevents cattle and sheep from walking along the road, but allows people and vehicles to pass.

A cattle guard is the same as a → cattle grid .

a governmental force employed to defend a nation's coasts , prevent smuggling , aid vessels in distress , maintain lighthouses , etc.

the persons carrying and escorting the colors ( flag ) in a parade , ceremony , etc.

a military guard in a parade , ceremony , etc, that carries and escorts the flag or regimental colours

An honor guard is a group of troops who formally greet or accompany someone special such as a visiting head of state.

→ another name for guard of honour

a special cavalry brigade assigned to the British royal household

→ nose guard

the position of the player responsible for directing the team's attacking play

an officer in charge of prisoners in a jail

a mudguard

a short chain, cord , or ribbon for securing a watch when worn on the person

a military unit sent ahead of a main body to find gaps in enemy defences , clear away minor opposition , and prevent unexpected contact

a squad commanded by a corporal

→ school (crossing) guard

a person who holds up the traffic so that school children can cross the road safely

If you guard against something, you are careful to prevent it from happening , or to avoid being affected by it.

In the United States , the National Guard is a military force within an individual state, which can become part of the national army if there is a war or emergency .

(esp in the US) a detachment under command of the provost marshal

a guard who works for Securicor

A security guard is someone whose job is to protect a building or to collect and deliver large amounts of money.

the player responsible for attempting long-range shots

a loop round a trigger , which prevents the gun being fired accidentally

A guard of honour is an official parade of troops , usually to celebrate or honour a special occasion , such as the visit of a head of state.

You can use praetorian guard to refer to a group of people who are close associates and loyal supporters of someone important.

a junior officer whose duty is to command a ceremonial guard

a member of the bodyguard ( Yeomen of the Guard ) of the English monarch . This unit was founded in 1485 and now retains ceremonial functions only