watch

/wɒtʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

a device for measuring and indicating time, typically worn on the wrist or carried in the hand; a timepiece.

“She glanced at her watch and said it was already 5 o’clock.”

2. noun

a person who watches or observes something, especially to detect or prevent something.

“The security watch was vigilant and noticed the suspicious activity.”

3. verb

to pay attention to or keep an eye on something or someone.

“I’ll watch the kids while you’re at work.”

4. verb

to guard or protect something.

“The police will watch the crime scene until the investigation is complete.”

5. verb

to follow or attend the progress of something, especially a sports event.

“We’ll watch the game on TV tonight.”

6. verb

to observe or notice something.

“I watched the sunset and it was beautiful.”

7. noun

a show or event put on for entertainment, especially at night.

“We went to the watch the musical downtown.”

Synonyms

  • clock
  • timepiece
  • timer

Antonyms

  • ignore
  • sleep