How to Pronounce "rearguard"
word
ˈɹɪəɹˌɡɑɹd
REER-gard
ɹˈiəɡɑːd
ree-UH-gahd
Definition
A rearguard is the soldiers positioned at the back of an army, protecting it from attacks from behind. It can also mean a group or effort defending or holding on when most others have moved on.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɪəɹˌɡɑɹd
British English
ɹˈiəɡɑːd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
REER-gard
UK
ree-UH-gahd
Listen in Context
The rearguard protected the army as it retreated.
The general ordered the rearguard to hold the position.
The rearguard suffered heavy losses during the battle.
Their group fought a rearguard action against closing the old library.