The watch
Example: He wears a watch on his wrist daily
Definition
"The watch" refers to a small timepiece typically worn on the wrist, used for keeping track of time throughout the day. It often features a dial or digital display and is valued for both practical function and fashion.
Etymology
The term "the watch" originates from the Old English word 'wæcce,' meaning a period of wakefulness or watchfulness, reflecting how early watches were used to keep time during shifts or periods of vigilance. Over time, it came to denote the portable timekeeping device we know today.
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"The watch" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 2", containing 103 commonly used words.
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