observe
To notice or view, especially carefully or with attention to detail.
Example
“From this vantage point we can observe the behavior of the animals in their natural habitat.”
Other meanings
To follow or obey the custom, practice, or rules (especially of a religion).
“Please observe all posted speed limits.”
To take note of and celebrate (a holiday or similar occurrence), to keep; to follow (a type of time or calendar reckoning).
Related words
- observance
- observant
- observation
- observational
- observatory
- observer
Example sentences
Word history
From Latin "observō" (to watch).
Where this comes from
This definition is adapted from “observe” on Wiktionary, by its contributors; example sentences are from Tatoeba, credited to their authors above, published under CC BY-SA 4.0. This page is published under the same licence.