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Est. 1828
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Synonyms of watchdog

  • as in patrol
  • as in hunter
  • as in patrol
  • as in hunter
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watchdog

noun

Definition of watchdognext
1
as in patrol

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • patrol
  • observer
  • sentinel
  • sentry
  • guardian
  • watcher
  • spotter
  • watchman
  • warden
  • keeper
  • defender
  • warder
  • picket
  • watch
  • bodyguard
  • custodian
  • minder
  • escort
  • guard
  • surveillant
  • honor guard
  • gatekeeper
  • lookout
  • convoy
  • hack link icon
2
as in hunter

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • hunter
  • puppy
  • bird dog
  • sheepdog
  • pup
  • lapdog
  • wolfhound
  • sled dog
  • wolf dog
  • puppy dog
  • police dog
  • guide dog
  • whelp
  • gundog
  • coonhound
  • bandog
  • courser
  • bitch
  • working dog
  • doggie
  • mutt
  • mongrel
  • dog
  • canine
  • cur
  • tike
  • doggy
  • pooch
  • tyke
  • hound

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watch

watchdog

watchdogs

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“Watchdog.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/watchdog. Accessed 22 Sep. 2023.

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