Definition: A person who, or thing that, protects or watches over something.

Alright class, settle down and let’s take a look! You’ve come across the word “guards,” and you’re right to want to understand it. That dictionary definition is spot on – it really does mean "a person who, or thing that, protects or watches over something.” Let's break it down with a little rhyme: “Guards are watchful, brave and true, Protecting treasures, old and new! They keep an eye, both near and far, Shielding what’s precious, like a star!” Think about it this way – a security guard at a building keeps watch to protect people. A knight in shining armor was a guard for the king. Even your own bodyguards are guards! And sometimes, even something can be a “guard” - like a fence guarding a garden. It’s all about keeping things safe and sound. Does that make more sense now? Do you have any questions about what "guards" means or where you might find them in stories or real life?