watchtower

Noun

watchtower (plural watchtowers)

1. An observation tower in which a lookout keeps watch over prisoners, or looks out for fires, etc.
   • A "watchtower" Website, keeping track of paedophile groups around the world, is expected to be up and running next year. The campaign will also liaise with law enforcement agencies around the world and share information on suspected Internet paedophiles.1999 June, “Unesco steps up fight against Internet paedophiles”, in BBC News
   • Redcap - A malevolent goblin easily distinguishable by their namesake red cap, fiery red eyes, claws and iron boots. They often appear as little old men, but can run very fast despite the boots. They reside in castles and watchtowers along the English-Scottish border, but will move their residence...2002, Cecilia Dart-Thornton, The Ill-Made Mute: The Bitterbynde

   Synonyms:

   lookout tower