Noun: coastguard 'kowst,gaa(r)d
- (military) a military service responsible for the safety of maritime traffic in coastal waters
"The coastguard rescued the stranded sailors"
- A member of a coastguard
"The coastguard patrolled the shoreline, watching for any signs of distress"
Derived forms: coastguards
Type of: armed service, bluejacket, military service, sailor, service
Encyclopedia: Coastguard