[ˈɡwarˈdiːa]

Definitions

1. noun

A police or paramilitary force responsible for maintaining public order, especially in a city or region.

“The Guardia Urbana is a police force that patrols the city’s streets.”

2. noun

A military unit or detachment, especially in Spain or Italy.

“The Guardia Civil is a military force responsible for maintaining public order.”

3. proper noun

The name of the police force in Spain, equivalent to the national police.

“The Guardia is responsible for policing major cities in Spain.”