Meaning of the word sentinel in English
What does sentinel mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
sentinel
US /ˈsen.t̬ɪ.nəl/
UK /ˈsen.tɪ.nəl/
Noun
a soldier or guard whose job is to stand and keep watch.
Verb
station a soldier or guard by (a place) to keep watch.
Example:
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a wide course had been roped off and sentineled with police