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Garda

American

[gahr-duh] / ˈgɑr də /

noun

Lake, a lake in N Italy: the largest lake in Italy. 35 miles (56 km) long; 143 sq. mi. (370 sq. km).

Garda ¹ British

/ ˈɡɑːdə /

noun

a lake in N Italy: the largest lake in the country. Area: 370 sq km (143 sq miles)

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garda ² British

/ ˈɡɑːrdə /

noun

a member of Garda Síochána

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Example Sentences

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"This is not tolerable and is against the law," the country's national force, known as the Garda, said in a statement.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

The Garda informed the judge that the Director of Public Prosecutions authorised the withdrawal of the assault charge and that the sole count of murder was to proceed on indictment to the Central Criminal Court.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

Toward the center of the image, the deep blue waters of Lake Garda are immediately noticeable.

From Science Daily • Feb. 9, 2026

With a surface area of 370 sq km, Lake Garda is the largest lake in Italy and ranks as the third largest in the Alpine region.

From Science Daily • Feb. 9, 2026

Oh," continued Garda, without waiting for reply, "what a comfort it is to talk to you!

From East Angels by Woolson, Constance Fenimore

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