vigía

Spanish

noun
Definitions
  • lookout, watchtower vantage point with a view of the surrounding area
  • (nautical) reef chain or range of rocks, sand, or coral protruding from the surface of the water
  • lookout person on watch for approaching danger, enemy, etc.

Etymology

Borrowed from Portuguese vigia derived from Latin vigilare.

Origin

Latin

vigilare

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