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guard of honor

–noun
a guard specially designated for welcoming or escorting distinguished guests or for accompanying a casket in a military funeral.
Also called honor guard.


Origin:
1915–20
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honor guard  
n.  A group of people serving as an escort or performing drill exhibitions on ceremonial occasions. Also called guard of honor.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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