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WATCHDOG

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Watchdog.

Watchdog - as a noun

A guardian or defender against theft or illegal practices or waste

Example: "She is the global watchdog for human rights abuses"

A dog trained to guard property

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
guard dog
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
working dog
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Watchdog - as a verb

To perform a function analogous to that of a watchdog; to guard and warn.

To be continuously reset by a watchdog timer.

Example Sentences

"The organization acts as a watchdog to ensure the fair treatment of workers."
"The newspaper serves as a watchdog for government corruption."
"The government needs to appoint a watchdog to oversee the implementation of new policies."
"The committee acts as a watchdog to monitor the company's financial activities."
"The consumer watchdog group investigates complaints against dishonest businesses."
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Word Game Points

Is WATCHDOG a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, watchdog is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

WATCHDOG has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is WATCHDOG a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, watchdog is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
WATCHDOG has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is WATCHDOG a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, watchdog is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
WATCHDOG has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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