watchman

watchman

noun

Definition of WATCHMAN

1

a person or group that watches over someone or something <hired a watchman to patrol the factory at night>

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 <a watchman lives next door to scare off prowlers>

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

Related Words cocurator, curator; sexton, steward