guard dog

• Chien dressé ou utilisé pour protéger des biens, des personnes ou des animaux contre les intrus ou les dangers.

A dog trained or kept to protect property, people, or animals from intruders or danger.

1. Protective animalA2formal

   A dog trained to protect property or people from intruders or danger.

   chien de garde

   • They keep a guard dog in their yard to deter burglars.
   • The guard dog barked loudly when a stranger approached the gate.
   • A well-trained guard dog can be a valuable asset for security.

2. Vigilant personB2informal

   A person who is extremely watchful or protective, often in a metaphorical sense.

   Personne vigilante

   • The editor acted as a guard dog for the company's reputation.
   • She is a guard dog when it comes to her children's safety.
   • The lawyer was a guard dog for the client's interests during the negotiation.