dogwatch

English

/ˈdɒɡwɒtʃ/

noun
Definitions
  • (nautical) Aboard a ship, either of the two short two-hour watches that take place between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.
  • (by extension) A night shift, or other very late or early period of duty.

Etymology

Compound from English dog + English watch (sentinel, sentry, guard).

Origin

English

watch

Gloss

sentinel, sentry, guard

Concept
Semantic Field

Warfare and hunting

Ontological Category

Person/Thing

Emoji
💂 💂‍♀️ 💂‍♂️

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