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guard vs watch over

watch over vs guard

guard is a noun but watch over is not a noun.

guard and watch over both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
guard Yes No Yes No
watch over No No Yes No
As verbs, watch over is a hypernym of guard; that is, watch over is a word with a broader meaning than guard:
  • guard: to keep watch over
  • watch over: follow with the eyes or the mind
Other hypernyms of guard include follow, keep an eye on, observe, watch.
guard (noun) watch over (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) watch over (verb)
watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect follow with the eyes or the mind
protect against a challenge or attack
to keep watch over
take precautions in order to avoid some unwanted consequence
Difference between guard and watch over

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