to guard; imperial bodyguard
Meanings
2 senses · 9 examplesverb
to guard; to protect; to escort
literaryLiterary or formal usage indicating the act of guarding or protecting a person or place, often found in historical or classical contexts.
He guarded the monarch's side, never leaving him for a moment.
The warriors guarded the palace to prevent assassins from entering.
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Guard the left and right to guard against accidents.
He is responsible for guarding palace security, a weighty responsibility.
noun
imperial bodyguard; armed guard attending the emperor; palace guard
archaicHistorical term referring to military officers or guards specifically responsible for protecting the emperor, royal family, or palace. Often used in historical dramas and texts.
He is an imperial bodyguard with excellent martial arts skills.
The guards stood in formation outside the hall with solemn expressions.
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The palace guards are responsible for the emperor's safety, working in shifts around the clock.
This chief guard has followed the emperor for many years and is deeply trusted.
The guard room is on the east side of the palace, right next to the bedchamber.