chokidar

tʃoˈkiːdər

Definitions

1. noun

A watchman or guard, typically employed to protect a property.

“The chokidar at the mansion was very strict about who could enter the premises.”

2. verb

To act as a chokidar; to guard or watch over something.

“The security guards chokidar the entire complex at night.”

Synonyms

  • guard
  • sentinel
  • watchman

Antonyms

  • intruder
  • trespasser