lifeguard

[lahyf-gahrd]

noun

1. an expert swimmer employed, as at a beach or pool, to protect bathers from drowning or other accidents and dangers.

verb (used without object)

1. to work as a lifeguard.

lifeguard

/ ˈlaɪfˌɡɑːd /

noun

1. Also called: life-saver. a person present at a beach or pool to guard people against the risk of drowning

Word History and Origins

Origin of lifeguard¹

First recorded in 1640–50; life + guard

Example Sentences

The Bowl’s former residents — artists, teachers, lifeguards, boat riggers, bookstore owners and chefs — are now scattered across Southern California and the globe.

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"If we do locate a shark, we can then tell the lifeguard and they can go out and actively disperse the shark with a jet ski or we can evacuate the water."

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City representatives, lifeguards and passing surfers stopped to watch and take photos as the turtle was raised from the aquarium truck and set on the sand, held by its shell by volunteers.

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"We have blinds so no-one can look in, female lifeguards and I stand by the doors so the women feel safe and secure," Tahira said.

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The roles span a wide range of industries, from lifeguards and retail workers to engineers, accountants, legal professionals, creatives, and IT specialists.

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