watcher

/ˈwɑ.t͡ʃɚ/

UK: /ˈwɒt͡ʃ.ə/

WⱭ · t͡ʃɚ (2 syllables)

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Definition

Someone who watches or observes.

Etymology

From Middle English wacchere, wachere, wacher, equivalent to watch + -er.

Example Sentences

  • "Near-synonyms: watchman, watchwoman"
  • "the Book of Watchers"
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