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/bixiˈlante/

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Translation

security guard, watchman; (adjective) vigilant, watchful

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Word origin

From Latin vigilans, the present participle of vigilare ('to keep watch, stay awake'), from vigil ('awake, alert').

Origin
Latin
Root
vigilans
English cognates
vigilant, vigil

Grammar

Gendercommon
Pluralvigilantes

Examples

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The security guard controls the entrance to the building.

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The night watchwoman does her round every hour.

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A watchful dog barks at any noise.

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The guard asked for my identity document.

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Where is the car park attendant?

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This word is taught in chapter 41, lesson 6: vigilante, seguimiento, discreción and 7 more words.