Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sentries
noun
ˈsɛntriːz
Definition
Sentries are soldiers stationed to keep guard or to control access to a place.
Examples
- The sentries stood alert at the entrance of the fort.
- During the night, sentries patrolled the perimeter to ensure safety.
- Every soldier in the unit took turns serving as sentries.
Meaning
The term ‘sentries’ refers to individuals, often in a military context, who are positioned at a location to monitor and prevent unauthorized entry or to protect a specific area.
Synonyms
- guards
- watchmen
- sentinels
- lookouts
- defenders
