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security guard

American  

noun

  1. a uniformed guard employed by a bank, airport, office building, etc., to maintain security.

security guard British  

noun

  1. a person employed to protect buildings, people, etc, and to collect and deliver large sums of money

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Etymology

Origin of security guard

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

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Security were quickly on the scene, with Messi, the fan and one security guard hitting the ground in a clinch.

From BBC

A security guard tackled the fan, who dragged the World Cup winner to the floor.

From Barron's

"I think it will be unfair on some people," said the 46-year-old security guard, adding that he thought it could be divisive.

From BBC

Overzealous security guards, higher prices and overcrowding at parties also alienated longtime fans.

From The Wall Street Journal

You get a sense of the weight of leadership carried by Zelensky from the diligence of his security guards.

From BBC

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