security guard — A person employed to protect property, people, or premises from theft, damage, or other threats
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A person employed to protect property, people, or premises from theft, damage, or other threats
Pronunciation (IPA): /sɪˈkjʊrəti ɡɑrd/
Example Sentences
- The security guard fell asleep and didn't notice the cat burglar sneaking past him wearing cartoon slippers.
- Our building's security guard knows everyone's coffee order and acts like a part-time barista.
- The security guard at the museum takes his job so seriously that he whispers even when giving directions.
security guard
NOUN[/sɪˈkjʊrəti ɡɑrd/]
A person employed to protect property, people, or premises from theft, damage, or other threats
The security guard checks every bag at the museum entrance.
The security guard works hard to protect the yard!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Security derives from Latin securus (free from care, safe), composed of se- (without) and cura (care). Guard comes from Germanic wardon (to watch, protect). The compound term evolved to denote a person who maintains safety and protection with vigilant care.
Breakdown
se- (without) + -cura (care) = securus (safe); + ward- (watch) + -on (agent noun) = wardon (one who guards). Together: security guard = one who protects and maintains safety.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The security guard fell asleep and didn't notice the cat burglar sneaking past him wearing cartoon slippers.”
“Our building's security guard knows everyone's coffee order and acts like a part-time barista.”
“The security guard at the museum takes his job so seriously that he whispers even when giving directions.”
“Companies often hire security guards to maintain safety and order in their premises.”
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