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watch

[wɒtʃ]

watch Definition

  • 1to look at something for a period of time, especially something that is changing or moving
  • 2a small clock worn on a person's wrist or carried in a pocket

Using watch: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "watch" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I like to watch the sunset from my balcony.

  • Example

    She watched as the bird flew away.

  • Example

    He wears a watch on his wrist.

  • Example

    I need to buy a new watch.

watch Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for watch

Idioms Using watch

  • be careful about what you do or say

    Example

    You better watch your step if you want to keep your job.

  • watch the clock

    to keep checking the time because you are eager for something to end

    Example

    I'm just watching the clock until it's time to go home.

  • to sit and watch people and things around you without doing anything in particular

    Example

    I love to sit on the bench and watch the world go by.

Phrases with watch

  • to stay awake and alert in order to guard or protect someone or something

    Example

    The soldiers kept watch throughout the night.

  • to be careful or cautious

    Example

    Watch out for the icy patches on the road.

  • to protect and take care of someone or something

    Example

    She promised to watch over the children while their parents were away.

Origins of watch

from Old English 'woecce', meaning 'watchman'

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Summary: watch in Brief

The verb 'watch' [wɒtʃ] means to observe something for a period of time, often something that is changing or moving. It can also refer to a small clock worn on a person's wrist or carried in a pocket. Examples include 'I like to watch the sunset from my balcony.' and 'He wears a watch on his wrist.' Phrases include 'watch out,' meaning to be careful, and idioms like 'watch the clock,' meaning to eagerly wait for something to end.

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