watchdog
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for watchdog, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A dog kept to guard property, or by extension, a person or group that monitors organisations for wrongdoing.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use watchdog
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From watch + dog.
Full origin of watchdog →Frequently asked questions
What does “watchdog” mean?
The word “watchdog” means a dog kept to guard property, or by extension, a person or group that monitors organisations for wrongdoing. In plain terms, literally a guard dog, or figuratively an organisation that monitors others for misconduct.
How do you pronounce “watchdog”?
“Watchdog” is pronounced WOCH-dog (/ˈwɑːt͡ʃˌdɑːɡ/ in IPA).
How do you use “watchdog” in a sentence?
Here is “watchdog” used in a sentence: “The consumer watchdog investigated the airline's refund policy.”
What part of speech is “watchdog”?
“Watchdog” is a noun.
Is “watchdog” a common word?
“Watchdog” is an uncommon word in modern English.