rearguard
Pronunciation
  • IPA: /ˈɹɪəɹˌɡɑɹd/
Noun

rearguard (plural rearguards)

  1. (military) The rearmost part of a force, especially a detachment of troops that protect the rear of a retreating force.
  2. (soccer) The defence, collectively the defenders.
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