security guard

noun

1. a uniformed guard employed by a bank, airport, office building, etc., to maintain security.

security guard

noun

1. a person employed to protect buildings, people, etc, and to collect and deliver large sums of money

Word History and Origins

Origin of security guard¹

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

In his filing, the security guard noted that the home’s $20 million value would cover Minaj and Petty’s outstanding mortgage, as well as the money that he is owed.

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"Here in Sandton, there are a lot of people and companies that have money," said the 34-year-old security guard, who would only give his first name for fear of losing his job.

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The conference in Derby ended with an intense staredown involving four security guards.

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Flanked by security guards and a translator, 45-year-old Lee showed little reaction as the sentence was handed down.

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There were other odd jobs, including working the overnight shift as a Metropolitan Museum security guard.

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