watchman

watch·man

noun \-mən\

Definition of WATCHMAN

: a person who keeps watch : guard

Examples of WATCHMAN

1. A watchman stopped them at the gate.
2. <hired a watchman to patrol the factory at night>

First Known Use of WATCHMAN

15th century

Related to WATCHMAN

Synonyms: custodian, guardian, keeper, lookout, minder, picket, sentinel, sentry, warden, warder, watch, watcher, guard

Related Words: observer, patrol, spotter, surveillant, watchdog; bodyguard, convoy, defender, escort, honor guard; gatekeeper; hack [slang]

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Rhymes with WATCHMAN

Scotchman