English Expression · Advanced
watch bill
A list of the officers and crew of a ship, as divided into watches, with their various stations
Pronunciation: say watch bill
Meaning
A list of a ship's officers and crew, organized by their assigned watches and duty stations.
Example
The captain reviewed the watch bill to ensure every sailor knew their station for the night shift.
The captain reviewed the watch bill to ensure every sailor knew their station for the night shift.
Practice tips
- Practice watch bill 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 expression is for advanced-level learners.