SENTRY DUTY Synonyms
There are 7 hypernyms of the phrase sentry duty. (close relations)
Definition of SENTRY DUTY
Best Alternative Words for SENTRY DUTY
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guard | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a person who keeps watch over something or someone • the person who lines up between the center and the tackles on the offensive line of a football team on the line of scrimmage • a device designed to prevent injury or accidents • a posture of defence in boxing or fencing • the person who plays the position of guard on a basketball team • a military unit serving to protect some place or person • a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc. • the duty of serving as a sentry • (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage between the center and the tackles • a position on a basketball team verb • to keep watch over • watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect • protect against a challenge or attack • take precautions in order to avoid some unwanted consequence | ||||||||
guard duty | nounn | |||||||
noun • the duty of serving as a sentry | ||||||||
sentry go | ||||||||
noun • the duty of serving as a sentry |