Flank Guard

/ˈflæŋk ɡɑrd/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A legal or security role responsible for protecting the sides of a formation, boundary, or property in litigation or enforcement contexts.
    The flank guard was stationed to prevent unauthorized access during the property dispute.

Forms

  • flank guards

Commentary

Primarily used in legal contexts relating to security details or enforcement of legal protections around property or persons; not a common standalone legal term but relevant in security law discussions.

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