sentry — a guard, especially one posted to keep watch over a particular place
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a guard, especially one posted to keep watch over a particular place
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsentri/
Example Sentences
- The sleepy sentry accidentally saluted a scarecrow thinking it was his commanding officer.
- Two sentries were stationed at the embassy entrance around the clock.
- The sentry challenged anyone approaching the restricted area.
sentry
NOUN[/ˈsentri/]
a guard, especially one posted to keep watch over a particular place
a guard, especially one posted to keep watch over a particular place
The sentry blocks every entry, even for the gentry!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word sentry derives from 17th-century French 'sentinelle', which traces back to Latin 'sentire' meaning 'to feel' or 'to perceive'. Originally, it referred to a person who detects or senses enemy movements.
Breakdown
French 'sentinelle' (one who perceives) from Latin 'sentire' (to feel, to sense) + -elle (agent suffix). The English form 'sentry' represents a shortened, anglicized version of the French term.
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📝Examples
“The sleepy sentry accidentally saluted a scarecrow thinking it was his commanding officer.”
“Two sentries were stationed at the embassy entrance around the clock.”
“The sentry challenged anyone approaching the restricted area.”
“The robot sentry kept beeping 'unauthorized personnel detected' at its own reflection.”
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