Meaning of the word sighting in English

What does sighting mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

sighting

US /ˈsaɪ.t̬ɪŋ/
UK /ˈsaɪ.tɪŋ/
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Noun

an occasion when someone sees something that is rare, unusual, or being searched for

Example:
There have been several sightings of the rare bird in this area.
The first sighting of the ship was reported at dawn.