security guard

NOUN

bodyguard

Synonyms

STRONGEST

escort

STRONG

bouncer guardian minder muscle praetorian

NOUN

watcher

Synonyms

STRONG

guard keeper sentinel sentry watchman

WEAK

watchperson watchwoman

NOUN

watchkeeper

Synonyms

WEAK

caretaker curator custodian detective flagger guard keeper lookout observer patrol picket police officer ranger scout security officer sentinel sentry signaller spotter spy ward warden watch watcher

NOUN

watchman

Synonyms

STRONGEST

caretaker custodian patrolman policeman warden

STRONG

curator detective guard keeper lookout observer patrol picket ranger scout sentinel sentry signalman spotter spy ward watch watcher

WEAK

flagman security man

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Many expressed gratitude for Amin Abdullah, the centre's security guard who has been hailed as a hero for confronting the gunmen and initiating lockdown protocols believed to have prevented a greater loss of life.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

The security guard had worked there for several years.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

San Diego Police Department Chief Scott Wahl said the suspects ran past the security guard, identified as Amin Abdullah, at about 11:40 on Monday morning.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Abdullah was a security guard at the mosque and a father of eight.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

The security guard, now joined with backup, glanced down the hallway, before catching sight of her.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny

security guard

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