color guard

noun

: an honor guard for the colors of an organization

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Among them were five of six members of the color guard that bore the regimental flag. — Bill Steiden, Des Moines Register, 24 Mar. 2026 The color guard came from San Diego High School’s Junior ROTC program. — Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026 As the color guards and marching band made their way down Lafayette Street, intersections were closed to vehicle traffic and dozens of police officers cleared the street on horse, car and bicycle. — Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2026 Escorted by a color guard and motorcycle squadron, the impressive procession moved slowly toward the National Archives Building, crowds lining the streets to watch. — Literary Hub, 13 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for color guard

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First Known Use

1705, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of color guard was in 1705

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“Color guard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/color%20guard. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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color guard

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: an honor guard for the colors of an organization
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