warden

warden

noun

Definition of WARDEN

1

a person or group that watches over someone or something <in his role as warden of the school, a principal must provide a safe environment for the students>

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

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

2

a person who takes care of a property sometimes for an absent owner <served as warden for the country estate>

Synonyms caretaker, guardian, janitor, keeper, warden, watchman

Related Words cocurator, curator; sexton, steward