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guardhouse

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Noun — A building where guards are stationed, often at the entrance to a base, prison, or estate.

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Etymology

Simply guard + house.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “guardhouse” mean?

The word “guardhouse” means a building where guards are stationed, often at the entrance to a base, prison, or estate. In plain terms, a small building for guards, or informally, a military lock-up.

How do you pronounce “guardhouse”?

“Guardhouse” is pronounced GAHRD-hows (/ˈɡɑɹdˌhaʊs/ in IPA).

How do you use “guardhouse” in a sentence?

Here is “guardhouse” used in a sentence: “Visitors had to sign in at the guardhouse before entering the compound.”

What part of speech is “guardhouse”?

“Guardhouse” is a noun.

How many meanings does “guardhouse” have?

“Guardhouse” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a building where guards are stationed, often at the entrance to a base, prison, or estate.

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