lifeguard
Translation
pool attendant, beach patrol
Examples
The lifeguard watches the swimmers carefully.
The lifeguard watches the swimmers carefully.
A lifeguard works at the beach or a swimming pool.
A lifeguard works at the beach or a swimming pool.
Grammar Patterns
a lifeguard The lifeguard watches the swimmers carefully.
Similar Words
Synonyms: rescuer, pool attendant
Etymology
A compound of 'life' and 'guard'. A person who guards lives, especially of swimmers.
Memory Tips
Another straightforward compound word. Someone who 'guards' your 'life' at the beach or pool. Compare with 'bodyguard'.