Vocabulary Entry

watchtower

|noun • verb

noun

A structure for observing or guarding an area, often elevated.

Example Sentences

"The soldiers climbed to the top of the watchtower to survey the surrounding land."

"A historic watchtower stands at the entrance of the old fortress."

"During the hike, we came across an abandoned watchtower overlooking the valley."

verb

Example Sentences

"They watched the perimeter closely from the watchtower."

"The volunteers were assigned to watchtower the area during the festival."

"He was tasked to watchtower the entrance while his friends explored the ruins."