Dictionary Check: guard
"guard" is a valid word!
Scrabble
7
points
Words with Friends
9
points
Definition
noun
a person who keeps watch over something or someone
noun
the person who lines up between the center and the tackles on the offensive line of a football team on the line of scrimmage
Example:
"the left guard was injured on the play"
noun
a device designed to prevent injury or accidents
noun
a posture of defence in boxing or fencing
Example:
"keep your guard up"
noun
the person who plays the position of guard on a basketball team
noun
a military unit serving to protect some place or person
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