vigil
nounStress: first syllable
Syllables: vig-il (2)
English Definition
A period of keeping awake during the time usually spent asleep, especially to keep watch or pray.
Example Sentence
They kept a peaceful candlelight vigil all night.
US IPA
/ˈvɪdʒɪl/
UK IPA
/ˈvɪdʒɪl/