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rearguard

The correct spelling is rearguard.

How to pronounce rearguard

noun

IPA: /ˈɹɪəɹˌɡɑɹd/

Say it like: Ree-rgua-rd

The correct spelling is rearguard. The rearmost part of a force, especially a detachment of troops that protect the rear of a retreating force.

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Definition

noun

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

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