Lifeguard Definition

līfgärd
lifeguards
noun
lifeguards
An expert swimmer employed as at a beach or pool to prevent drownings.
Webster's New World

A guard of the life or person; a guard that attends a prince or other person; a bodyguard.

Wiktionary

A lifesaver.

Wiktionary

(rail transport) A sturdy metal bracket fixed in front of each of the leading wheels of a train to deflect small objects away from the wheels to prevent derailment.

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Synonyms:
verb
To work or serve as a lifeguard.
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Other Word Forms of Lifeguard

Noun

Singular:
lifeguard
Plural:
lifeguards

Origin of Lifeguard

  • From life +"Ž guard. Compare German Leibgarde (“bodyguard"), Danish livgarde (“bodyguard"), Swedish livgarde (“bodyguard"). Compare also Old English lÄ«fweard (“guardian of life").

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Lifeguard Sentence Examples

  • Did they have a lifeguard?

  • Remember that the lifeguard patrol will normally be your quickest means of access to other emergency services.

  • Beach facilities include toilets, cafes, surfboard hire, lifeguard cover and first aid.

  • At water parks, most of the employees are CPR certified with extensive lifeguard training, but the experience can be rewarding and the skills learned at this summer job may help them down the road.

  • The chemical is harsh on fabric, which is why most lifeguard uniform swimsuits are made from specially manufactured materials that don't fade or discolor easily.

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