Meaning of the word watches in English

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

watches

US /ˈwɑːtʃɪz/
UK /ˈwɒtʃɪz/

Noun

plural of watch (a small timepiece worn on the wrist or carried in a pocket)

Example:
He collects antique pocket watches.
Many smartwatches can track your fitness.

Verb

third person singular present tense of watch (to look at or observe attentively over a period of time)

Example:
She watches the news every evening.
He often watches birds in his garden.