Deathwatch and Vigil

Deathwatch

Deathwatch noun - Bores through wood making a ticking sound popularly thought to presage death.
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Vigil and deathwatch are semantically related. in formal observance of a body before funeral topic. In some cases you can use "Vigil" instead a noun "Deathwatch".

Vigil

Vigil noun - An act or period of watching for signs of activity, danger, or opportunity.
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Deathwatch and vigil are semantically related. You can use "Deathwatch" instead a noun "Vigil".

Nearby Words: vigilant, vigilance
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