of, or relating to a rearguard / of, or relating to resistance in politics etc

plural of guard

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of guard

simple past tense and past participle of guard

Cautious; restrained. / Watched over; supervised.

A physical barrier to protect something from unwanted contact, especially a shield to prevent accidental tripping of an emergency shutdown or power switch.

A mesh screen placed in front of a fire to prevent sparks escaping.

The organisation or officer enforcing maritime law and policing the seas within territorial waters.

Not vigilant; unprepared; inattentive. / Unexpectedly or by surprise.

(law) An undertaking to answer for the payment of some debt, or the performance of some contract or duty, of another, in case of the failure of such other to pay or perform; a warranty; a security.