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feminine

/syʁ.vɛ.jɑ̃s/

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Translation

surveillance, monitoring

Word origin

From surveiller ('to watch over'), from sur- ('over') and veiller ('to keep watch'), from Latin vigilare ('to be awake, to watch').

Origin
Latin
Root
vigilare
English cognates
surveillance, vigil

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluralsurveillances

Examples

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The building is under surveillance day and night.

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Surveillance cameras are installed everywhere.

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The patient remains under medical supervision.

renforcée.

Border surveillance has been strengthened.

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The children play under the supervision of an adult.

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This word is part of lesson 31.