B1nounsporttravel
US/ˈlaɪf.ɡɑːrd/
UK/ˈlaɪf.ɡɑːd/
a person whose job is to watch swimmers and save them if they are in danger
In context
The lifeguard blew her whistle when the children swam too far from the shore.
The resort is hiring a lifeguard for the pool this summer.
No lifeguard is on duty after six o'clock, so swim at your own risk.
Words that go with lifeguard
noun + preposition
- lifeguard on dutyThere is always a lifeguard on duty at the beach.
verb + preposition
- work as a lifeguardHe worked as a lifeguard during college summers.
noun + noun
- lifeguard towerThe lifeguard tower stands near the main entrance to the beach.
adjective + noun
- certified lifeguardEvery pool must have a certified lifeguard.
verb + noun
- hire a lifeguardThe hotel needs to hire a lifeguard before it opens.