guardsman

/ˈɡɑːrdsnən/

Definitions

1. noun

a soldier or police officer who is responsible for guarding a person, place, or thing

“The guardsman stood at attention outside the palace gates.”

2. noun

a member of the British Army who is responsible for guarding the Sovereign

“The guardsman escorted the Queen to the ceremony.”

Synonyms

  • guard
  • soldier

Antonyms

  • attacker
  • invader