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observe meaning and definition
Definition and meaning of observe at MeaningMonkey.org. observe meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.OBSERVE verb
Definition of observe (verb)
- discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of
- make mention of
- observe with care or pay close attention to
- watch attentively
- "Please observe the reaction of these two chemicals"
- show respect towards
- "honor your parents!"
- synonyms: abide by, honor, honour, respect
- antonym: disrespect
- behave as expected during of holidays or rites
- follow with the eyes or the mind
- "Keep an eye on the baby, please!"; "The world is watching Sarajevo"; "She followed the men with the binoculars"
- synonyms: follow, keep an eye on, watch, watch over
- stick to correctly or closely
- conform one's action or practice to
Source: Princeton University Wordnet