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Synonyms for bodyguard


Grammar : Noun
Spell : bod-ee-gahrd
Phonetic Transcription : ˈbɒd iˌgɑrd



Définition of bodyguard

Origin :
  • 1735, "retinue, escort," collective singular, from body + guard (n.). Attested 1861 as "a soldier of the bodyguard."
  • noun protector
Example sentences :
  • But it was useless to think of this, with even the General suggesting a bodyguard.
  • Extract from : « The Bacillus of Beauty » by Harriet Stark
  • "Surround her with a bodyguard, if you like," said the General.
  • Extract from : « The Bacillus of Beauty » by Harriet Stark
  • Jerry has been my bodyguard on Sunday nights for a long time past and I am used to him.
  • Extract from : « A Tale of Two Cities » by Charles Dickens
  • And far off in the distance could be heard the cries of his bodyguard.
  • Extract from : « The Chinese Fairy Book » by Various
  • Behind them came 400 mounted archers forming the bodyguard of the king.
  • Extract from : « The Life of Cesare Borgia » by Raphael Sabatini
  • With my bodyguard of four watching every move, I approached.
  • Extract from : « Astounding Stories of Super-Science July 1930 » by Various
  • "He ought to be in the company of officers of the Bodyguard," added he.
  • Extract from : « The False Chevalier » by William Douw Lighthall
  • The crowning instance of the spirit of the Bodyguard was now given.
  • Extract from : « The False Chevalier » by William Douw Lighthall
  • He has at least obtained a high commission in the Bodyguard by the use of your name.
  • Extract from : « The False Chevalier » by William Douw Lighthall
  • We shall also offer you bodyguard for your protection if you deem it necessary.
  • Extract from : « Secret Armies » by John L. Spivak

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