ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Surveillant

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation [sɚˈvælənt] · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Surveillant is an adjective meaning overseeing; watchful.

Meaning

overseeing; watchful.

More Meanings

  1. Someone who watches over another from high
  2. an overseer or supervisor.
  3. a spy or detective, or someone who follows or tracks.

Example Sentences

Jason aspires to be one of the 45 orientation program surveillants.

Word Forms

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