English Explanatory Dictionary

keep vigil

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To wait and watch, especially overnight.
  2. To observe the deceased overnight.

Word forms

keep vigil keeps vigil keeping vigil kept vigil

Synonyms

have a wake
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