watchless

[ woch-lis ]

/ ˈwɒtʃ lɪs /

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adjective

not watchful or alert; lacking in vigilance: an irresponsible and watchless sentry.

having no watch; without guards or sentries: We welcomed the watchless nights of peacetime.

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His boss, whom he admires, is waiting to meet with him about the big project.

His boss, who he admires, is waiting to meet with him about the big project.

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Origin of watchless

First recorded in 1615–25; watch + -less

OTHER WORDS FROM watchless

watch·less·ness, noun

Words nearby watchless

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