CUSTODES Synonyms

• a person who cares for persons or property

• a fighter who holds out against attack

• a person who keeps watch over something or someone

• the person who lines up between the center and the tackles on the offensive line of a football team on the line of scrimmage

• a device designed to prevent injury or accidents

• a posture of defence in boxing or fencing

• the person who plays the position of guard on a basketball team

• a military unit serving to protect some place or person

• a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.

• the duty of serving as a sentry

• (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage between the center and the tackles

• a position on a basketball team

• to keep watch over

• watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect

• protect against a challenge or attack

• take precautions in order to avoid some unwanted consequence

• a skilled worker who is employed to restore or refinish buildings or antique furniture

• a cook who preserves fruits or meat

• someone who keeps safe from harm or danger

• rescue equipment consisting of a buoyant belt or jacket to keep a person from drowning

• a person who cares for persons or property

• a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event

• a person (or institution) to whom legal title to property is entrusted to use for another's benefit

• members of a governing board

• the chief official in charge of a prison

• a guard who keeps watch