observation

noun

1. 1

   The act of observing, and the fact of being observed (see observance)

2. 2

   The act of noting and recording some event; or the record of such noting.

3. 3

   A remark or comment.

4. 4

   A judgement based on observing.

5. 5

   Performance of what is prescribed; adherence in practice; observance.

6. 6

   A regime under which a subject is routinely observed.

7. 7

   Philosophically as: the phenomenal presence of human being existence.