dogwatches

[US]/ˈdɒɡˌwɒtʃ/
[UK]/ˈdɔɡˌwɑtʃ/

Translation

n.a two-hour watch on a ship; the period of duty during the night; the evening watch

Phrases & Collocations

dogwatch shift

dogwatch duty

dogwatch hours

dogwatch crew

dogwatch period

dogwatch watch

dogwatch team

dogwatch routine

dogwatch schedule

dogwatch assignment

Example Sentences

the sailors were on dogwatch during the night shift.

she always felt tired after her dogwatch.

dogwatch is a term used in maritime contexts.

he prefers dogwatch because it allows him to see the sunrise.

during dogwatch, the crew performed routine checks.

the dogwatch schedule was changed for better efficiency.

many sailors dread the long hours of dogwatch.

dogwatch can be split into two shifts to lessen fatigue.

he enjoys the peace and quiet of dogwatch.

dogwatch is often a time for reflection on the sea.

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