Rearguard
Pronunciation: /ˈɹɪɹˈɡɑɹd/
Rearguard (noun)
- A group that stays behind to protect others while they move forward.
- The part of a plan or system that deals with problems after most others have failed.
Examples
- The rearguard protected the group as they moved through the narrow road.
- A rearguard stayed behind to guard the supplies and keep everyone safe.