bodyguard
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for bodyguard, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person, often armed and trained, employed to protect someone from physical harm.
How to use bodyguard
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
A straightforward compound of body and guard.
Full origin of bodyguard →Frequently asked questions
What does “bodyguard” mean?
The word “bodyguard” means a person, often armed and trained, employed to protect someone from physical harm. In plain terms, someone whose job is to physically protect another person from harm.
How do you pronounce “bodyguard”?
“Bodyguard” is pronounced BO-dee-gahd (/ˈbɑːdiɡɑːɹd/ in IPA).
How do you use “bodyguard” in a sentence?
Here is “bodyguard” used in a sentence: “The celebrity never went anywhere without her bodyguard.”
What part of speech is “bodyguard”?
Depending on how it is used, “bodyguard” can be a noun and a verb.
Is “bodyguard” a common word?
“Bodyguard” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “bodyguard” have?
“Bodyguard” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person, often armed and trained, employed to protect someone from physical harm.