Guardpost

Pronunciation: /ˈɡɑɹdˈpoʊst/

Guardpost (noun)

  1. A small place where guards stay to watch an area and control who enters or leaves.
  2. A fixed station for military or police to observe a location and respond quickly to danger.

Examples

  • The guardpost checks every bag before entry.
  • People wait at the guardpost when security is strict.