color guard

noun

: an honor guard for the colors of an organization

Examples of color guard in a Sentence

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The Cass County Sheriff’s Office will present the color guard, and first responder vehicles will also make an appearance on the ice during intermissions. Ben Delaforest, Kansas City Star, 18 Feb. 2025 The ceremony sets the stage for each day’s contests and activities which include a ceremonious entrance led by a Native American veteran color guard, visiting dignitaries and tribal royalty, followed by dancers of all ages. Staff Reports, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2025 Since then, the military has provided musical units, color guards, salute batteries and honor cordons at inaugurations. Justin Gest, Newsweek, 20 Jan. 2025 Michael has commanded the Raider adventure team, Riverdale drone team, Riverdale drill team, and has served on the color guard for countless events. Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for color guard 

Word History

First Known Use

1705, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of color guard was in 1705

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“Color guard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/color%20guard. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.

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color guard

noun
: an honor guard for the colors of an organization
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