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    Surveillant (en. Supervisor)

    /syʁ.vɛ.jɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A person who monitors a place or a group of people.
    The school supervisor ensures the safety of the students.
    Le surveillant de l'école veille à la sécurité des élèves.
    A person who assists a main supervisor.
    The assistant supervisor helped him organize the activities.
    Le surveillant adjoint l'a aidé à organiser les activités.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'surveiller' with the suffix '-ant' denoting a function or quality.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    swimming supervisor
    A person responsible for the safety of swimmers in a pool.
    surveillant de baignade
    exam supervisor
    A person in charge of ensuring the smooth running of an exam.
    surveillant d'examen

    Related Words

    surveillance
    The action of monitoring.
    surveillance
    to monitor
    To observe something or someone closely.
    surveiller
    monitored
    Who is under surveillance.
    surveillé

    Slang Meanings

    Nickname for a strict supervisor.
    In our high school, the 'supervisor' is very strict.
    Dans notre lycée, le 'surveillant' est très sévère.
    Pejorative term for a supervisor perceived as boring.
    Don't be a 'supervisor', have fun with us!
    Ne sois pas un 'surveillant', amuse-toi avec nous!