corps de garde
The term "corps de garde" originates from French, meaning 'body of the guard,' and is used in various contexts including military, historical buildings, and geographical features.
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Definition
C1Military
(technical, historical)A group of soldiers assigned to protect a specific area.
Example
- The corps de garde was stationed at the entrance of the fort.
C1Architecture
(historical)A building used as a guardhouse.
Example
- The old corps de garde now serves as a museum.
C2Geography
(proper noun)A mountain in Mauritius named after a former French military post.
Example
- Hikers often visit Corps de Garde for its scenic views and unique flora.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "corps de garde":
main guardguard of honouron guarden gardeguard bandchanging of the guard