guardian

Meanings

• noun

  A person or thing that protects or keeps something safe.

• noun

  A person who looks after the welfare of someone or something.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈɡɑɹdi.ən/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with guardian
ranger , anger , stranger

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Variants

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guardian , guardians , guardianship , guardianships , guardian angel , guardian angels

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Forms

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guardians, guardian's, guardianship

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Etymology

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Originally meaning 'keeper of the keys' in Latin.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'guardian' is derived from the Latin word 'guardianus', which means 'keeper of the keys'.

2. In ancient Rome, the Vestal Virgins were considered guardians of the Roman state and religion.

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Related Concepts

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1. Protector: A person or thing that shields or defends.

2. Warden: A person in charge of maintaining order and supervising a group of people or a place.

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Culture

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In literature and mythology, guardians are often depicted as powerful beings or entities that protect and watch over important places or people.

How to Memorize "guardian"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person standing guard over a valuable object or a group of people.
   - Visualize a shield or a protective barrier.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'guardian' with 'protector' or 'defender'.
   - Think of someone or something that keeps others safe.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember 'G' is for 'Guardian', 'P' is for 'Protector'.
   - Use the phrase 'Guardian of the Galaxy' to remember the word.

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