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watch (EN)
verb, noun

verb “watch”

infinitive watch; he watches; past tense watched; past part. watched; ger. watching
  1. to look at
    She watched the birds fly across the sky from her window.
  2. to attend, guard
    Can you watch my dog while I run into the store?
  3. to be cautious or aware of potential dangers
    Watch your fingers while using the knife.

noun “watch”

singular watch, plural watches
  1. a small device worn to tell the time
    She glanced at her watch to make sure she wasn't late for the meeting.
  2. the action of observing and protecting someone or something
    During the museum's closing hours, a careful watch was kept over the priceless paintings.
  3. a group of people assigned to guard
    The night watch patrolled the streets, ensuring everyone was safe until dawn.