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war·den
 warden
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- pronunciation:
- wor
d
 n
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a person who is responsible for or guards someone or something, such as persons, animals, facilities, or rules.
- synonyms:
- caretaker, custodian, guard, keeper, warder
- similar words:
- curator, guardian, overseer, protector, steward, super, superintendent, watchman
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| definition 2: |
the chief official administering a prison.
- synonyms:
- superintendent
- similar words:
- manager, steward
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| related words: |
matron |
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| derivation: |
wardenship (n.) |
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