night watchman

American  

Or night-watchman

noun

1. watchman.

2. Cricket.  a batsman who is sent in to bat just before the end of a day's play and continues his innings on the next day of play.

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night watchman British  

noun

1. Also called: night watch.  a person who keeps guard at night on a factory, public building, etc

2. cricket a batsman sent in to bat to play out time when a wicket has fallen near the end of a day's play

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Etymology

Origin of night watchman

First recorded in 1860–65

Example Sentences

He claimed the duo pushed past the night watchman, collected the artwork and drove to a block of flats in the Isle of Dogs where Mr Love unloaded the Banksy.

From BBC

Villagers should avoid letting children roam unsupervised in areas where wolves might be hiding and appoint night watchmen to patrol the streets.

From BBC

It was while working as a night watchman on a dive boat that Reginald was encouraged to venture into the water.

From BBC

Prosecutors said the captain failed to have a night watchman or conduct fire drills as required by law.

From BBC

In Edinburgh, he impressed night watchmen by lighting his pipe with a streetlamp.

From Washington Post