Definition

A person who is hired to protect someone from danger or harm.

Example

The celebrity hired a bodyguard to ensure her safety during the event.

Conversation

Did you see that celebrity had a bodyguard with them at the event?

Yeah, it's crazy how they need someone to protect them all the time.

I wonder if it gets tiring having a bodyguard around all the time.

Probably! But I guess it's better to be safe than sorry.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bodyguard → It is formed from "body" (from Old English "bodig", meaning the physical structure of a person) and "guard" (from Old French "guarder", meaning to keep safe or protect). The word "bodyguard" refers to someone who protects the physical body of another person.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is there to 'protect' ('guard') your 'body' — that's what a bodyguard does.

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