Watcher

Pronunciation: /ˈwɑtʃər/

Definitions of watcher

noun an object used for keeping track of time, typically worn on the wrist

Example Sentences

A1 The watcher observed the birds in the park.

A2 As a watcher of the night sky, he often spotted shooting stars.

B1 The security guard acted as a watcher over the building during the night.

B2 The wildlife watcher patiently waited for the rare animal to appear.

C1 The government employed watchers to monitor suspicious activities in the area.

C2 The experienced watcher was able to detect even the slightest movement in the forest.

Examples of watcher in a Sentence

formal The security guard was stationed as a watcher to monitor the premises.

informal I saw him standing there like a watcher, keeping an eye on everything.

slang She's a real watcher, always knowing what's going on around her.

figurative As a writer, I see myself as a watcher of human behavior, always observing and taking notes.

Grammatical Forms of watcher

• past tense: watched
• plural: watchers
• comparative: more watchful
• superlative: most watchful
• present tense: watch
• future tense: will watch
• perfect tense: have watched
• continuous tense: is watching
• singular: watcher
• positive degree: watchful
• infinitive: to watch
• gerund: watching
• participle: watched

Origin and Evolution of watcher

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'watcher' originated from the Old English word 'wæccere' which means 'one who is awake'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'watcher' has evolved to refer to someone who observes or keeps a lookout, often in a vigilant or protective manner.