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/bixiˈlante/
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Translation
security guard, watchman; (adjective) vigilant, watchful
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.
nocturna ronda .
The night watchwoman does her round every hour.
ladra cualquier .
A watchful dog barks at any noise.
documento .
The guard asked for my identity document.
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Where is the car park attendant?
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