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Watches

/ˈwɒt͡ʃɪz/

A portable or wearable timepiece.

📖 Definitions of "Watches"

noun
  1. 1

    A portable or wearable timepiece.

    "More people today carry a watch on their wrists than in their pockets."

  2. 2

    The act of guarding and observing someone or something.

  3. 3

    A particular time period when guarding is kept.

    "The second watch of the night began at midnight."

  4. 4

    A person or group of people who guard.

    "The watch stopped the travelers at the city gates."

verb
  1. 1

    To look at, see, or view for a period of time.

    "I'm tired of watching TV."

  2. 2

    To observe over a period of time; to notice or pay attention.

    "Put a little baking soda in some vinegar and watch what happens."

  3. 3

    To mind, attend, or guard.

    "He has to watch the kids that afternoon."

  4. 4

    To be wary or cautious of.

    "You should watch that guy. He has a reputation for lying."

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