Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
guarita
noun
/ɡwaˈriː.tə/
Definition
A small shelter or booth, often used for security or guard purposes.
Examples
- The security guard sat in the guarita at the entrance of the building.
- We built a small guarita by the gate for better visibility and safety.
Meaning
In a security context, a guarita provides a space for a guard to watch over an area.
Synonyms
- Guardhouse
- Watchtower
- Sentinel station