night watch

• Período da noite em que uma pessoa ou grupo fica de vigia para segurança ou proteção, frequentemente usado no contexto de turnos de guarda ou deveres marítimos.

A period of time during the night when a person or group keeps watch for security or safety purposes, often used in contexts like security shifts or maritime duties.

1. Guard duty at nightB1formal

   A period of time during the night when a person or group keeps watch to protect property or ensure safety.

   Vigília noturna

   • The security guard was assigned to the night watch.
   • During the night watch, he patrolled the building every hour.
   • The night watch reported a suspicious noise near the gate.

2. Historical time periodB2formal

   A division of the night in ancient times, often used for military or civic guard duty.

   Vigília noturna

   • In medieval times, the night watch was crucial for city safety.
   • The soldiers stood the night watch at the castle walls.
   • The night watch was divided into three shifts.