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watchtower

/ˈwɒtʃˌtaʊə/

/ˈwɑːtʃˌtaʊɚ/

Translations

watchtowernoun

watchtowers

/ˈwɒtʃˌtaʊə/

/ˈwɑːtʃˌtaʊɚ/

tour de guet

The soldiers kept a vigilant eye on the horizon from the watchtower.

Les soldats surveillaient l’horizon depuis la tour de guet.

Synonyms

observation tower

guard tower

watchtowernoun

A tall structure built to provide a high vantage point for observing the surrounding area, often used for military or security purposes.

The soldiers kept a vigilant eye on the horizon from the watchtower.

A structure, often part of a fortification, used historically to spot approaching enemies or to signal to other towers.

The ancient watchtower still stands as a testament to the town's medieval past.