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WATCHING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 12 meanings of the word Watching.

How to pronounce watching:

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Watching - as a noun

The act of observing; taking a patient look

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
observance17observation16
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
look8looking12looking at
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Watching - as a verb

To look at, see, or view for a period of time.

Example: "I'm tired of watching tv."

To observe over a period of time; to notice or pay attention.

Example: "Put a little baking soda in some vinegar and watch what happens."

To mind, attend, or guard.

Example: "He has to watch the kids that afternoon."

To be wary or cautious of.

Example: "You should watch that guy. he has a reputation for lying."

To attend to dangers to or regarding.

Example: "Watch what you say."

To remain awake with a sick or dying person; to maintain a vigil.

To be vigilant or on one's guard.

Example: "For some must watch, while some must sleep: so runs the world away."

To act as a lookout.

(of a buoy) to serve the purpose of a watchman by floating properly in its place.

To be awake.

To be on the lookout for; to wait for expectantly.

Example Sentences

"I enjoy watching movies on weekends."
"The watching of birds is a popular hobby for many people."
"My favorite activity is stargazing and watching the night sky."
"She was engrossed in watching a thrilling tennis match."
"The children were eagerly watching the circus performance."
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Word Game Points

Is WATCHING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, watching is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

WATCHING has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is WATCHING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, watching is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
WATCHING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is WATCHING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, watching is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
WATCHING has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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