guard
/ɡɑːd/ · /ɡɑːrd/
CEFR level B1Topic WorkWord #2966 in the learning path
警卫；守卫
Definitions
n. a person whose job is to protect people or places
警卫；守卫
v. to protect someone or something from danger or escape
守卫；保护；看守
n. a cover or barrier that prevents injury or damage
防护装置
Example
The guard checked my ticket before opening the gate.
警卫检查了我的票才打开大门。
Museums employ trained staff to guard valuable collections while ensuring that visitors can enjoy them safely.
博物馆雇用受过培训的工作人员保护珍贵藏品，同时确保游客能够安全地观赏。
Collocations
- security guard
- guard against
- on guard
- protective guard
Word family
- guardian (n.)
- guarded (adj.)
- unguarded (adj.)
Usage tip
guard against表示防范某种风险或错误。
FAQ
- What does guard mean?
- a person whose job is to protect people or places to protect someone or something from danger or escape a cover or barrier that prevents injury or damage
- How is guard pronounced?
- UK /ɡɑːd/, US /ɡɑːrd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
