English · Daily Life
watch over
/wɒtʃ ˈoʊvər/
[/wɒtʃ ˈoʊvər/]
protect and care for
Intermediateverb
Definition
To guard and take care of someone or something.
Example
A nurse watched over the patient all night.
A nurse watched over the patient all night.
Etymology
From 'watch' plus 'over', guarding from a position of care.
How & Where It’s Used
Common for protective care.