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sees

v.
US //ˈsiz// UK //sˈiːz// sees
  1. 1 to use your eyes (v.)
    A1 Beginner

    to use your eyes to look at something; the form used for he, she, or it.

    the third-person singular present indicative form of 'see', meaning to perceive with the eyes.

    Example

    He sees his friends at the park every Saturday morning.

    Example

    The witness claims she sees the suspect clearly in her mind whenever she recalls the events of that evening.
  2. 2 to understand (v.)
    A2 Elementary

    to understand or realize something.

    the third-person singular present indicative form of 'see', meaning to comprehend or grasp a concept mentally.

    Example

    She sees why you are upset about the broken window.

    Example

    The manager sees the logic in your proposal but remains concerned about the initial implementation costs.
    • misunderstands

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