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guard vs observe

observe vs guard

guard is a noun but observe is not a noun.

guard and observe both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
guard Yes No Yes No
observe No No Yes No
As verbs, observe is a hypernym of guard; that is, observe is a word with a broader meaning than guard:
  • guard: to keep watch over
  • observe: follow with the eyes or the mind
Other hypernyms of guard include follow, keep an eye on, watch, watch over.
guard (noun) observe (noun)
a position on a basketball team
the duty of serving as a sentry
(American football) a position on the line of scrimmage between the center and the tackles
a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.
a device designed to prevent injury or accidents
a posture of defence in boxing or fencing
a military unit serving to protect some place or person
the person who lines up between the center and the tackles on the offensive line of a football team on the line of scrimmage
a person who keeps watch over something or someone
the person who plays the position of guard on a basketball team
guard (verb) observe (verb)
watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect stick to correctly or closely
protect against a challenge or attack make mention of
to keep watch over watch attentively
take precautions in order to avoid some unwanted consequence observe with care or pay close attention to
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of by perception with the eyes
follow with the eyes or the mind
show respect towards
behave as expected during of holidays or rites
conform one's action or practice to
Difference between guard and observe

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