1. people whose job is to protect someone or something
Usage: plural of guard
2. protective devices or equipment
Usage: plural of guard
3. players in basketball who typically handle the ball and play away from the basket
Usage: sports; plural of guard

1. protects someone or something from harm or danger
Usage: third person singular present of guard

Examples

• The museum guards patrol the galleries every hour.
• Security guards checked everyone’s identification at the entrance.
• The machine has safety guards to prevent accidents.
• Both guards on the basketball team are excellent shooters.
• The dog guards the house while the family is away.
• She carefully guards her privacy from reporters.
• The soldier guards the military base at night.