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color guard

American  

noun

color guards plural
  1. the group of persons, as in the armed forces or at military institutions, who carry or escort the flag or colors during parades, reviews, etc.


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Etymology

Origin of color guard

First recorded in 1815–25

Example Sentences

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After the color guard and the national anthem, Ruth R. Wisse made her way to the podium to deliver the annual Jefferson Lecture, the nation’s highest honor in the humanities.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

The buses were taking the marching band, color guard and dancers from Farmingdale High on an annual trip a band camp in Greeley, in northeastern Pennsylvania.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 22, 2023

Members of the band, color guard and the school’s kick line team attend, as well as adult chaperones.

From Washington Times • Sep. 22, 2023

“The heat has gotten me once or twice this season,” said Gracie Binns, an 18-year-old member of the color guard.

From New York Times • Jul. 1, 2023

The color guard waved its flags to “Barbara Ann.”

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger

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