verb “see”
Infinitiv see; hien sees; Verg. saw; Part. Verg. seen; Ger. seeing
- to detect with the eyes
Mellen Iech un, fir d'Iwwersetzungen vun den Beispillsätz an d'monolingual Definitioune vun all Wuert ze gesinn.
When I visited the zoo, I saw a lion for the first time.
- to view a film or show
We're going to see the new superhero movie at the theater tonight.
- to comprehend or grasp a concept
After he explained the concept a second time, I finally saw his point.
- used in the imperative to emphasize a point
See, if you save your money now, you'll be able to buy that bike you want later.
- to go to someone's location to spend time with them
I'm planning to see my grandparents this weekend.
- to be in a romantic relationship
He's been seeing someone new since July.
- to consult a medical professional
If your toothache persists, you need to see a dentist soon.
- to be the setting or time of
The Renaissance period saw the rebirth of art and culture in Europe.
- to make sure something happens
I'll see to it that your car is fixed by the end of the day.
- to accompany someone somewhere
I saw the gentleman to his car to ensure he left the event without any trouble.
- to match another player's bet in gambling
He saw her bet of fifty dollars and decided to call.
- to test or try to find out something
Let's see whether adding some salt improves the flavor of the soup.
- to refer to a source for information
For instructions on resetting your password, refer to page 15 of the handbook (see: "Password Recovery Procedures").
interjection “see”
- to introduce an explanation
See, if we save a little money each month, by the end of the year we'll have enough for that vacation.
noun “see”
Singular see, Plural sees
- the jurisdiction of a bishop or archbishop
The bishop was excited to take charge of his new see, overseeing numerous parishes in the area.