(military, historical) An armed citizen defence force supporting the British Army during the Second World War, in particular, defence against any invasion by enemy forces.

A member of the Home Guard.

Alternative form of pikeguard

plural of pike-guard

(military) A body of troops comprising the chief guard units, especially a unit of cavalry on the wing of a camp towards the enemy, or a group of soldiers in a fortress responsible for dealing with disturbers of the peace.

plural of cattle-guard

plural of cattle guard

(US) Synonym of cattle grid

Rare spelling of cattle guard.

Alternative form of mouthguard