Usage Note
Wachmann works for a private security company (Wachdienst) guarding premises, events, or assets. Unlike a police officer, a Wachmann has only the rights of a private citizen plus those granted by the property owner; the term Wächter is more literary and less common in job listings.
Examples
"Der Wachmann kontrollierte die Ausweise aller Besucher am Eingang."
Natural Translation
The security guard checked the ID cards of all visitors at the entrance.
Literal Translation
The security guard checked the identity cards of all visitors at the entrance.
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