Watch: meaning, definitions and examples
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watch
[ wɒtʃ ]
timepiece
A small timepiece worn typically on a strap on one's wrist. It is designed to keep time with great accuracy.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I always wear my watch on my left wrist.
- Do you have a watch with a digital display?
Translations
Translations of the word "watch" in other languages:
🇵🇹 relógio
🇮🇳 घड़ी
🇩🇪 Uhr
🇮🇩 jam
🇺🇦 годинник
🇵🇱 zegarek
🇯🇵 時計 (とけい)
🇫🇷 montre
🇪🇸 reloj
🇹🇷 saat
🇰🇷 시계
🇸🇦 ساعة
🇨🇿 hodinky
🇸🇰 hodinky
🇨🇳 手表 (shǒubiǎo)
🇸🇮 ura
🇮🇸 úr
🇰🇿 сағат
🇬🇪 საათი
🇦🇿 saat
🇲🇽 reloj
Word origin
The word 'watch' originated from the Old English word 'wæcce' which meant 'a state of vigil'. Over time, it evolved to refer to the timepiece we know today. Watches have been used for centuries to keep track of time and have become a fashion accessory as well.
See also: watcher, watchers, watchful, watchfully, watchfulness, watching, watchman, watchmen, watchtower.