Phrase guide

puppy guarding

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

In various sports, playground games, etc.: spending the entire game defending a certain objective and thus preventing the normal progression of play.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable

Examples

  • In capture the flag, a player might get accused of puppy guarding if they are constantly standing on top of their own flag.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: monkey guarding, babysitting

Antonyms: none provided

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