watchful

English

/ˈwɒt͡ʃ.fəl/, /ˈwɔt͡ʃ.fəl/

adj
Definitions
  • observant, vigilant and aware

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English waccheful suf from English watch (sentinel, sentry, guard).

Origin

English

watch

Gloss

sentinel, sentry, guard

Concept
Semantic Field

Warfare and hunting

Ontological Category

Person/Thing

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