把守 (bǎ shǒu) — to guard, to defend
Definition
A formal/written verb for actively guarding a specific position or entry point (gate, bridge, warehouse). Stronger and more official than the more general 看守, which covers a wider range of 'guarding/watching' roles.
verb
to guardto defend
Examples
- 把守。Shì bīng men zhèng zài bǎ shǒu dà mén.The soldiers are guarding the main gate.
- 把守。Zhè zuò qiáo yóu bǎo ān bǎ shǒu.This bridge is guarded by security guards.
- 把守。Tā men lún liú bǎ shǒu cāng kù.They take turns guarding the warehouse.
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