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Wachposten — meaning in English

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English meaning

sentinel noun A person or animal that stands guard or keeps watch.
sentry noun A soldier or guard posted to watch over an entrance or area.

Senses

Wachposten is used for these senses in English:

sentinel A sentry, watch, or guard.
sentry A guard, particularly on duty at the entrance to a military base.

sentinel — full definition

noun A person or animal that stands guard or keeps watch.
noun A sign that warns of a risk, such as an early symptom of a disease.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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