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watches

n. countable
A1 Beginner US //ˈwɑtʃəz// UK //wˈɒtʃɪz// watch·es Archaic

n. small clocks that you wear on your wrist. They help you tell the time throughout the day.

n. portable timepieces designed to be worn on the person, typically on the wrist or in a pocket.


SIMPLE

He checks his watch every few minutes.

CONTEXTUAL

The jeweler specializes in repairing luxury watches that use complex mechanical movements instead of batteries.

COMPLEX

While digital watches offer high precision and extra features, many collectors still prefer the craftsmanship and aesthetic appeal of traditional analog timepieces.

Synonyms
Usage

The plural form of 'watch'. When used as a verb, it requires a different grammatical structure.

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