OBSERVES - Definition & Meaning for Kids
Meaning 1
Part of speech: Verb
make mention of
Example: She observed that his presentation took up too much time; They noted that it was a fine day to go sailing
Meaning 2
Part of speech: Verb
observe with care or pay close attention to
Example: Take note of this chemical reaction
Meaning 3
Part of speech: Verb
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of
Example: She detected high levels of lead in her drinking water; We found traces of lead in the paint
Meaning 4
Part of speech: Verb
watch attentively
Example: Please observe the reaction of these two chemicals
Meaning 5
Part of speech: Verb
follow with the eyes or the mind
Example: Keep an eye on the baby, please!; The world is watching Sarajevo; She followed the men with the binoculars
Meaning 6
Part of speech: Verb
show respect towards
Example: honor your parents!
Meaning 7
Part of speech: Verb
behave as expected during of holidays or rites
Example: Keep the commandments; celebrate Christmas; Observe Yom Kippur
Meaning 8
Part of speech: Verb
conform one's action or practice to
Example: keep appointments; she never keeps her promises; We kept to the original conditions of the contract
Meaning 9
Part of speech: Verb
stick to correctly or closely
Example: The pianist kept time with the metronome; keep count; I cannot keep track of all my employees