English · Common Verbs

see

/siː/

[/siː/]

to perceive with eyes

Beginnerverb

Definition

To notice or perceive something with the eyes.

Example

From the hilltop you can see the entire valley below.

From the hilltop you can see the entire valley below.

Etymology

From Old English "seon," to perceive with the eye.

How & Where It’s Used

A core perception verb; irregular (see, saw, seen).

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