doorwatcher
nounUK /ˈdɔːwɒtʃə/
US /ˈdɔːrwɑːtʃər/
A doorwatcher is someone who keeps an eye on a door.
The doorwatcher sat by the gate all night.
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2. A person who watches a door to see who comes and goes.
The doorwatcher noted every visitor in a small book.
3. A device that keeps watch over a doorway.
The doorwatcher camera turned on when someone walked up.
4. A pet that stays near the door and watches it.
Our dog is a little doorwatcher who barks at every knock.