sentryspot
nounUK /ˈsɛntriˌspɒt/
US /ˈsɛntriˌspɑːt/
A sentryspot is a special place where a guard stands to watch and keep things safe.
The guard stood at his sentryspot by the gate all night.
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2. A marked position on a map or in a game where a guard is placed.
The players moved their sentryspot to the bridge to block the path.
3. A small device or camera that watches an area automatically.
The sentryspot camera turned on when someone walked past.
4. A spot on a ship or building set aside for a person on watch.
The sailor climbed to the sentryspot at the top of the mast.