sentinel
Pronunciation: [ˈsɛntɪnəl]
Word
Context: “military”
(noun) a person or soldier whose job is to watch for danger and warn others. They're like guards standing at a lookout point to keep everyone safe.
Example
The sentinel stood tall at the castle gate, watching for any intruders.
Example
Without a sentinel to keep watch, the area was left unprotected.
Example
What does a sentinel do to protect others?
Context: “general”
(noun) anything that acts as a guard or protector. This could be a person, a system, or even an animal that helps keep things safe.
Example
The security cameras acted as sentinels for the quiet neighborhood.
Example
The old fence was no longer a sentinel against wild animals entering the yard.
Example
What kinds of things can be considered sentinels in a community?
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