observation observation /ˌɑːbzɝˈveɪʃən/
noun
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()
The act of making and recording a measurement
(
observation
)
the act of making and recording a measurement
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()
The act of observing; taking a patient look
(
observance
, watching
, observation
)
the act of observing; taking a patient look
The scientist made a groundbreaking observation during the experiment.
The scientist made a groundbreaking observation during the experiment.
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()
The act of noticing or paying attention
(
observance
, observation
, notice
)
the act of noticing or paying attention
He escaped the notice of the police
he escaped the notice of the police
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()
Facts learned by observing
(
observation
)
facts learned by observing
He reported his observations to the mayor
he reported his observations to the mayor
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A remark expressing careful consideration
(
reflection
, reflexion
[British] , observation
)
a remark expressing careful consideration