English · Science & Technology
observe
/əbˈzɜːv/
[/əbˈzɜːv/]
to watch carefully
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Definition
To observe is to watch something carefully in order to notice details or gather information. Observation is a key part of science.
Example
Observe the reaction and record what you see.
Observe the reaction and record what you see.
Etymology
From Latin 'observare' meaning to watch or attend to.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in science to mean watching and recording carefully.