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    Gardien (en. Guardian)

    /ɡaʁ.djɛ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Person responsible for monitoring and protecting.
    The park guardian ensures the safety of visitors.
    Le gardien du parc veille à la sécurité des visiteurs.
    Football player occupying the position of goalkeeper.
    The goalkeeper made many saves during the match.
    Le gardien a effectué de nombreux arrêts durant le match.
    Person who takes care of the security of a building or establishment.
    The building guardian makes sure everything is in order.
    Le gardien de l'immeuble s'assure que tout est en ordre.

    Etymology

    Comes from the verb 'to guard', from Latin 'guardare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    peacekeeper
    police officer responsible for public safety.
    gardien de la paix
    guardian of the places
    person in charge of the protection and supervision of a place.
    gardien des lieux
    goalkeeper
    football player who protects the goal.
    gardien de but

    Related Words

    guard
    Person who watches over something.
    garde
    monitor
    Device or person that monitors.
    monitor
    security
    Condition of something that is protected.
    sécurité

    Slang Meanings

    Pejorative for a guardian who does not do his job well.
    This guardian is a real ghost, he never watches over.
    Ce gardien, c'est un vrai fantôme, il ne veille jamais.
    Friendly term among friends to refer to someone who is watching over.
    Look at our little guardian, always there to protect us!
    Regarde notre petit gardien, toujours là pour nous protéger !