Garda

American  

[gahr-duh] / ˈgɑr də /

noun

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

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Garda ¹ British  

/ ˈɡɑːdə /

noun

1. 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

1. a member of Garda Síochána

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Example Sentences

"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

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

Donna Harper said she had been told by the Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan that any decision on an inquiry will follow the outcome of the Garda investigation.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026

Between the Posina and the Astico, east of Lake Garda, and along the coast, Italian reconnoitering parties effectively harassed the Austrian outposts.

From The Story of the Great War, Volume VII (of VIII) American Food and Ships; Palestine; Italy invaded; Great German Offensive; Americans in Picardy; Americans on the Marne; Foch's Counteroffensive. by Various