observation

One entry found for observation.

Main Entry: ob·ser·va·tion
Pronunciation: äb-sr-v-shn, -zr-
Function: noun
1 : the noting of a fact or occurrence (as in nature) often involving the measurement of some magnitude with suitable instruments <temperature observations>; also : a record so obtained
2 : close watch or examination (as to monitor or diagnose a condition) <postoperative observation> <psychiatric observation>