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watch
watch
noun
Definition of WATCH
1
a person or group that watches over someone or something <the neighborhood crime watch>
Synonyms custodian, guardian, keeper, lookout, minder, picket, sentinel, sentry, warden, warder, watch, watcher, watchman
Related Words observer, patrol, spotter, surveillant, watchdog; bodyguard, convoy, defender, escort, honor guard; gatekeeper; hack [slang]
2
the state of being constantly attentive and responsive to signs of activity, opportunity, or danger <kept a watch over the sick baby>
Related Words aliveness, awareness, consciousness, mindfulness, receptiveness, receptivity, sensitivity; care, carefulness, cautiousness, chariness, heedfulness, wariness; preparation, readiness
3
an act or period of watching for signs of activity, danger, or opportunity <the little boy kept watch at the window for signs of Santa and his sleigh>
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