adj
Meaning 1
overseeing; watchful
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Meaning relationships
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Standard Lemma guide
surveillant
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Sound
Pronunciation
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General-American: [sɚˈvælənt]
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General-American: [sɚˈvɛɪlənt]
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noun
Meaning 2
Someone who watches over another from high
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
Meaning 3
an overseer or supervisor.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- Jason aspires to be one of the 45 orientation program surveillants.
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noun
Meaning 4
a spy or detective, or someone who follows or tracks.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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History
Etymology
French