Watchman

Pronunciation: /ˈwɑːtʃmən/

Watchman (noun)

  1. A person employed to watch a place at night or when others are away, to prevent theft or danger.
  2. A person assigned to keep watch and report problems, especially during events or in workplaces.
  3. A guard in earlier times who watched streets or city walls, often at night, to warn of danger.

Examples

  • The watchman checks the gate every night.
  • A watchman patrols the yard after dark.