The Clue
Watchful monster (5 letter answer)
The Answer
ARGUS
Tags
Notes
The answer ARGUS is uncommon, appearing about once every 575 puzzles.
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Definition
ARGUS as a noun:
1. (Greek mythology) a giant with 100 eyes; was guardian of the heifer Io and was slain by Hermes
2. (argus, argus pheasant) = large brilliantly patterned East Indian pheasant