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Synonyms of GUARDS

Valid in Scrabble US · 8 points

GUARDS: definition and more

24 synonyms in 14 meanings 20 playable in Scrabble US

Synonyms of GUARDS by meaning

noun

  1. a person who keeps watch over something or someone

  2. the person who plays that position on a football team

  3. a device designed to prevent injury or accidents

    Also: safety device.

  4. a posture of defence in boxing or fencing

  5. the person who plays the position of guard on a basketball team

  6. a military unit serving to protect some place or person

  7. a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.

  8. the duty of serving as a sentry

    Also: guard duty, sentry duty, sentry go.

  9. (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage

  10. a position on a basketball team

verb

  1. to keep watch over

  2. watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect

  3. protect against a challenge or attack

  4. take precautions in order to avoid some unwanted consequence