watchman

[ˈwɒtʃmən]

watchman Definition

  • 1a person whose job is to guard a building or area, especially at night
  • 2a person who keeps watch over something or someone

Using watchman: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "watchman" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The watchman patrols the building every hour.

  • Example

    The watchman kept a close eye on the prisoners.

  • Example

    The watchman sounded the alarm when he saw the intruder.

watchman Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for watchman

Phrases with watchman

  • a person who guards a building or area during the night

    Example

    The night watchman caught the thief red-handed.

  • watchman clock

    a clock used by a watchman to record the times of his rounds

    Example

    The watchman clock showed that he had completed his rounds on time.

  • watchman's hut

    a small shelter used by a watchman to keep watch over an area

    Example

    The watchman's hut was located at the entrance to the construction site.

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Summary: watchman in Brief

A 'watchman' [ˈwɒtʃmən] is a person who guards a building or area, especially at night, or who keeps watch over something or someone. Examples include 'The watchman patrols the building every hour.' and 'The watchman sounded the alarm when he saw the intruder.' Phrases like 'night watchman' and 'watchman's hut' are also common.