English Word · Advanced
dogwatch
Either of the two two-hour periods of duty on a ship between four and eight in the evening
Pronunciation: /ˈdɒɡwɒt͡ʃ/
Meaning
Either of the two two-hour periods of duty on a ship between four and eight in the evening.
Example
Her dogwatch ran from four to six in the evening.
Her dogwatch ran from four to six in the evening.
Practice tips
- Practice dogwatch out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.