watch

verb
UK: /wɒtʃ/
US: /wɑːtʃ/

  1. To look at something for a period of time.

    1. I watch TV every evening after dinner, it helps me relax. [ ] [ ]
    2. Please watch the children carefully while they are playing near the water. [ ] [ ]

  2. To observe something closely and carefully.

    1. Watch how I make this sandwich, it's very easy and quick. [ ] [ ]
    2. Scientists watch the behavior of animals in their natural habitat. [ ] [ ]

  3. To guard or protect someone or something.

    1. Can you watch my bag for a minute while I go to the restroom? [ ] [ ]
    2. The police watch the building to prevent any illegal activities. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

guard clock observe see timepiece protect view
watch noun

  1. A small timepiece worn typically on a strap on one's wrist.

    1. He got a new watch for his birthday from his parents. [ ] [ ]
    2. I always wear a watch, so I am never late to appointments. [ ] [ ]

  2. The act of carefully observing something.

    1. Keep a close watch on the oven to make sure the cake doesn't burn. [ ] [ ]
    2. The security guard maintained a constant watch over the property at night. [ ] [ ]
watch adjective

  1. Being vigilant and observant.

    1. The watch dog barked loudly when it heard an unusual noise. [ ] [ ]
    2. A watch commander oversees the operation. [ ] [ ]
watch interjection

  1. To be careful.

    1. Watch out! There is a car coming quickly towards you on the road. [ ] [ ]
    2. Watch it, those dishes are very fragile and you could break them. [ ] [ ]
watch phrasal-verb

  1. Pay attention.

    1. Watch out for pickpockets in crowded tourist areas today. [ ] [ ]
    2. Watch out for ice on the roads tonight, the temperature is dropping below freezing. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "watch" in English means: To look at something for a period of time., To observe something closely and carefully., To guard or protect someone or something..

The phonetic transcription of "watch" is /wɒtʃ/ in British English and /wɑːtʃ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "watch": guard, clock, observe, see, timepiece, protect, view.

Example usage of "watch": "I watch TV every evening after dinner, it helps me relax.". More examples on the page.