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see

[ siː ]

^{Context #1}

with eyes

Perceive with the eyes; discern visually. Recognize (someone or something) from previous encounters or knowledge.

Synonyms

catch sight of, notice, observe, spot

Examples of usage

I can see a car coming down the road.
I saw her in the crowd.

^{Context #2}

understand

Perceive or notice (someone or something) in a particular way. Interpret something in a specified way.

Synonyms

comprehend, grasp, realize, understand

Examples of usage

I see what you mean.
She saw the situation differently.

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meeting

A meeting with a doctor or other professional in order to seek advice or treatment.

Synonyms

appointment, consultation, visit

Examples of usage

I have a dentist's appointment on Thursday.
She went to see her lawyer.

Translations

Translations of the word "see" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ver

🇮🇳 देखना

🇩🇪 sehen

🇮🇩 melihat

🇺🇦 бачити

🇵🇱 widzieć

🇯🇵 見る

🇫🇷 voir

🇪🇸 ver

🇹🇷 görmek

🇰🇷 보다

🇸🇦 رؤية

🇨🇿 vidět

🇸🇰 vidieť

🇨🇳 看见

🇸🇮 videti

🇮🇸 sjá

🇰🇿 көру

🇬🇪 ნახვა

🇦🇿 görmək

🇲🇽 ver

Word origin

The word 'see' has Old English origins and is derived from the Proto-Germanic word 'sehwan'. The meaning of 'see' has evolved over time to encompass both physical sight and understanding. It is a common and versatile word used in everyday language.