security guard

American  

noun

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

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security guard British  

noun

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

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Etymology

Origin of security guard

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.

From MarketWatch

"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.

From Barron's

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

From BBC

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

From Barron's

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

From The Wall Street Journal

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