watch
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/wɒt͡ʃ/
English
Definitions
noun
- A portable or wearable timepiece.“More people today carry a watch on their wrists than in their pockets.”
- The act of guarding and observing someone or something.
- A particular time period when guarding is kept.“The second watch of the night began at midnight.”
- A person or group of people who guard.“The watch stopped the travelers at the city gates.”
verb
- To look at, see, or view for a period of time.“I'm tired of watching TV.”
- To observe over a period of time; to notice or pay attention.“Put a little baking soda in some vinegar and watch what happens.”
- To mind, attend, or guard.“He has to watch the kids that afternoon.”
- To be wary or cautious of.“You should watch that guy. He has a reputation for lying.”
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