Watch Definition
watch
noun
- a small portable timepiece
- a period of time (4 or 2 hours) during which some of a ship's crew are on duty
- a purposeful surveillance to guard or observe
- the period during which someone (especially a guard) is on duty
- a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event
- the rite of staying awake for devotional purposes (especially on the eve of a religious festival)
verb
- look attentively; "watch a basketball game"
- follow with the eyes or the mind; "Keep an eye on the baby, please!"; "The world is watching Sarajevo"; "She followed the men with the binoculars"
- see or watch; "view a show on television"; "This program will be seen all over the world"; "view an exhibition"; "Catch a show on Broadway"; "see a movie"
- observe with attention; "They watched as the murderer was executed"
- be vigilant, be on the lookout or be careful; "Watch out for pickpockets!"
- observe or determine by looking; "Watch how the dog chases the cats away"
- find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort; "I want to see whether she speaks French"; "See whether it works"; "find out if he speaks Russian"; "Check whether the train leaves on time"
"Watch" in song lyrics
See how watch is used in real songs:
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"And asked the Prime Minister, mind if I watch?"
3rd Bass — Oval Office -
"and the attention levels drop when people look at they watch"
7L & Esoteric f/ Rise — Grace of Gods -
"Check out my guest watch, the diamonds on the bezel make the best watch"
9th Prince f/ Shyheim, William Cooper — Sour Diesel
Words that rhyme with watch
Usage tips for "watch"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "watch" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for watch to find words that pair well.