Watchman

usgb/ˈwɑːtʃmən/
noun

A person whose job is to guard or monitor a building, area, or property, especially during the night.

The watchman is always vigilant, making sure no one breaks into the building after office hours.
Visual representation of "watchman" - A person whose job is to guard or monitor a building, area, or property, especially during the night.

Often appears as...

  • night watchman
  • security watchman
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Professional Role

Refers to someone employed to ensure safety and prevent unauthorized access.

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The building's watchman checks IDs at the entrance.
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Nighttime Security

Often used to describe guards working during overnight shifts.

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The night watchman patrols the premises until dawn.
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Vigilance Required

A watchman is expected to be consistently alert and attentive.

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A watchman's attention never wavers during their shift.
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