security officer

noun

Pronunciation: sɪˈkjʊrəti ˈɒfɪsər

Definition

A professional responsible for protecting property, people, or assets by monitoring premises and enforcing safety rules.

Examples

• The security officer patrolled the lobby throughout the night to ensure everything remained safe.

• After the alarm went off, a security officer arrived quickly to inspect the perimeter.

• You should show your visitor pass to the security officer at the front desk.

Synonyms of security officer

Words with a similar meaning to security officer:

• guard
• watchman
• security guard
• bouncer

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