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WATCH definition: 1. to look at something for a period of time, especially something that is changing or moving: 2…. Learn more.
1. a. : to keep vigil as a devotional exercise. b. : to be awake during the night. 2. a. : to be attentive or vigilant. b. : to keep guard. 3. a. : to keep someone or something under close observation. b. : to observe as a spectator. the country watched as stocks fell sharply.
Definition of watch verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
If you watch someone or something, you look at them, usually for a period of time, and pay attention to what is happening. The man was standing in his doorway watching him. [ VERB noun ]
n. 1. The act or process of keeping awake or mentally alert, especially for the purpose of guarding. 2. a. The act of observing closely or the condition of being closely observed; surveillance. b. A period of close observation, often in order to discover something: a watch during the child's illness. 3.
Watch definition: to be alertly on the lookout, look attentively, or observe, as to see what comes, is done, or happens. See examples of WATCH used in a sentence.
WATCH definition: 1. to look at something for a period of time: 2. to be careful about something: 3. to give…. Learn more.
Watch definition: To look or observe attentively or carefully; be closely observant.
to be looking carefully for somebody/something that you expect to see, especially in order to avoid possible danger. Be on the watch for thieves.
When you watch something, you observe it or guard it — like when you watch the latest episode of your favorite television show or when you watch your baby cousin. You use the word watch (rather than look ) when you'll be observing for a while, and with some care.
