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Sentinels: meaning, definitions and examples

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sentinels

 

[ ˈsɛntɪnəlz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

security system

Sentinels refer to security guards or devices that are positioned to keep watch and protect a specific area from potential threats. They are often used in military, prison, or high-security settings.

Synonyms

defenders, guards, watchmen

Examples of usage

  • The sentinels patrolled the perimeter of the military base.
  • The surveillance cameras acted as silent sentinels, monitoring the entrance.
Context #2 | Noun

symbolic representation

In a more symbolic sense, sentinels can also refer to something that serves as a watchful guardian or protector, such as a statue or monument that stands as a symbol of vigilance and protection.

Synonyms

guardian, protector, watcher

Examples of usage

  • The Statue of Liberty is considered a sentinel of freedom.
  • The ancient stone guardians were believed to act as sentinels for the temple.

Translations

Translations of the word "sentinels" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sentinelas

🇮🇳 पहरेदार

🇩🇪 Wächter

🇮🇩 penjaga

🇺🇦 вартові

🇵🇱 strażnicy

🇯🇵 見張り

🇫🇷 sentinelles

🇪🇸 centinelas

🇹🇷 nöbetçiler

🇰🇷 파수꾼

🇸🇦 الحراس

🇨🇿 hlídky

🇸🇰 hliadky

🇨🇳 哨兵

🇸🇮 stražarji

🇮🇸 verðir

🇰🇿 қарауылдар

🇬🇪 დარაჯები

🇦🇿 keşikçilər

🇲🇽 centinelas

Etymology

The word 'sentinels' has its origins in the Latin word 'sentire,' meaning 'to feel' or 'to perceive.' It entered the English language in the 17th century and has since been used to describe guardians or protectors, both in a literal and symbolic sense. The concept of sentinels has been prevalent in various cultures throughout history, representing the importance of vigilance and protection.

See also: sentinel.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,193, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.