watch

a person who watches something, especially to see what happens or to look out for danger.

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A dog kept to guard property.

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Paying close attention to what is happening in case of danger or problems.

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To observe birds in their natural habitat as a hobby or scientific activity.

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In a manner that is alert and attentive to danger or trouble.

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The state or quality of being alert and attentive to potential danger or difficulty.

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The present participle or gerund of the verb 'watch', meaning to look at or observe attentively over a period of time.

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A tall structure from which people can watch for enemies, fires, or other dangers.

Extended relation: watch · observe