Nota: La traducción de esta entrada está actualmente en revisión de calidad, por lo que parte del contenido se muestra temporalmente solo en inglés.
Esta entrada aún no se ha traducido a tu idioma, así que se muestra el original a continuación.
security guard
This term describes a professional role focused on surveillance and protection. While it is often used interchangeably with "guard," the addition of "security" specifies the professional nature of the employment, distinguishing it from a casual watchman or a military sentry.
In a professional context, the term carries a connotation of authority and vigilance. It is used across various registers, from formal corporate contracts to casual everyday conversation, and typically implies a role that is reactive (responding to incidents) and preventative (deterring unauthorized access).
Meanings
Examples
The security guard checked my ID before letting me into the building.
I wonder if the security guard is actually watching the monitors.
Please report any suspicious activity to the security guard on duty.
You cannot enter this area without a pass, said the security guard.
A lone security guard patrolled the empty corridors of the museum.
The security guard at the gate was surprisingly friendly.
I need to find a security guard to report my lost wallet.
The security guard signaled for the crowd to move back.