Midwatch (Noun)
Meaning
A watch during the night (as from midnight to 8 a.m.).
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
Examples
- The sailor stood at attention during the midwatch, scanning the horizon for any signs of danger.
- After a long midwatch, the officer was relieved to see the first light of dawn breaking on the horizon.
- The midwatch was always the most challenging part of the night, when fatigue and boredom threatened to overwhelm the crew.
- During the midwatch, the ship's engines were slowed to conserve fuel and reduce noise.
- The captain made his rounds during the midwatch, checking on the crew and ensuring that all was well on board.