honor guard
noun
Simple Definition of honor guard
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: a person or group that is the guard at a formal or ceremonial event (such as a military funeral or a parade)
Source: Merriam-Webster's Learner's Dictionary
Full Definition of honor guard
: a guard assigned to a ceremonial duty (as to accompany a casket at a military funeral)
1925
First Known Use of honor guard
1925
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