| 释义 |
ward·er
I. \ˈwȯrdər, ˈwȯ(ə)də(r\ noun
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Etymology: Middle English, from Anglo-French wardere, from warde act of guarding (of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German warta act of watching) + -ere -er — more at ward
1.
a. : one that keeps guard especially at a tower, gate, or door : watchman, porter
b. : an officer of a secret society who is stationed near the door inside a lodge room during a meeting — compare sentinel 3
2. Britain
a. : warden; especially : caretaker, custodian
b. : a prison guard
II. noun
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Etymology: Middle English, perhaps from warden to ward + -er
: a truncheon or staff used by a king or commander in chief to signal orders |