security guard
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of security guard
First recorded in 1955–60
Example Sentences
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A security guard found the SUV shortly before 9:15 p.m.
From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026
Sam Hamideh knew Abdullah through the mosque and told the BBC's US partner CBS News the security guard would be remembered for his kindness.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
San Diego Police Department Chief Scott Wahl said the suspects ran past the security guard, identified as Amin Abdullah, at about 11:40 on Monday morning.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
Abdullah was a security guard at the mosque and a father of eight.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
It was Clarence, the security guard, wading through the crowd of spectators.
From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein
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