First Known Use: 15th century
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guardian
noun guard·ian \ˈgär-dē-ən\
: someone or something that watches or protects something
law : someone who takes care of another person or of another person's property
Full Definition of GUARDIAN
2
: a superior of a Franciscan monastery
3
: one who has the care of the person or property of another
— guard·ian·ship \-ˌship\ noun
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Origin of GUARDIAN
Middle English gardein, wardein — more at warden
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guardian
noun guard·ian \ˈgär-dē-ən\
Definition of GUARDIAN for Kids
1
: a person who guards or looks after something : custodian
2
: a person who legally has the care of another person or of another person's property
— guard·ian·ship \-ˌship\ noun
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