Definition of see in English English dictionary
- To form a mental picture of
- The office of a bishop
- A diocese; a region of a church, generally headed by a bishop
- In card games such as poker, to respond to another player's bet with a bet of equal value
I'll see your twenty dollars and raise you ten.
- To witness or observe by personal experience
Yes, now I've seen it all!.
- To date frequently
I've been seeing her for two months.
- To perceive with the eyes
- To understand
Do you see what I mean?.
Tom and Mary don't seem to understand why they're not supposed to do that.
- Tom and Mary don't seem to understand why they aren't supposed to do that.
Tom and Mary don't seem to understand why they aren't supposed to do that.
- Tom and Mary don't seem to understand why they're not supposed to do that.
- To perceive or detect as if by sight
- {v} to perceive by the eye, observe, discern, penetrate, attend
- {n} the diocese of a bishop or archbishop
- (Ekonomi) Abbreviation of State Economic Enterprise
- {f} view, perceive with the eyes; watch, observe; comprehend, understand; ensure, take care of; undergo, experience; accompany; meet with; date, maintain an ongoing romantic relationship
- To have an interview with; especially, to make a call upon; to visit; as, to go to see a friend
- see and understand, have a good eye; "The artist must first learn to see"
- Another name for diocese or archdiocese
- take charge of or deal with; "Could you see about lunch?"; "I must attend to this matter"; "She took care of this business"
- If you see that something is true or exists, you realize by observing it that it is true or exists. I could see she was lonely. a lot of people saw what was happening but did nothing about it You see young people going to school inadequately dressed for the weather My taste has changed a bit over the years as you can see The army must be seen to be taking firm action
- to have seen better days: see day to be seen dead: see dead as far as the eye can see: see eye to see eye to eye: see eye as far as I can see: see far to see fit: see fit to see red: see red it remains to be seen: see remain wait and see: see wait. an area governed by a bishop
- Noun The area which is covered by a Bishops power, also known as a diocese
- A word taken from the Latin sedes ("seat") and used to denote a diocese or ecclesiastical district The term Holy See is reserved to the diocese of Rome, whose bishop is the Pope
- generally Roman Catholic usage referring to the ecclesiastical residence of a bishop; occasionally used by Episcopalians
- See is used in books to indicate to readers that they should look at another part of the book, or at another book, because more information is given there. See Chapter 7 below for further comments on the textile industry
- (What we see ): Your perspective of the nature and source of truth, the universal laws of the universe, and laws of personal and cultural behavior
- If you see that something is done or if you see to it that it is done, you make sure that it is done. See that you take care of him Catherine saw to it that the information went directly to Walter
- You can use see to promise to try and help someone. For example, if you say `I'll see if I can do it', you mean that you will try to do the thing concerned. I'll see if I can call her for you We'll see what we can do, miss
- This is a synonym of call It is often used in conjunction with the term raise, as in "I'll see your $10 and raise you $10 "
- make sense of; assign a meaning to; "What message do you see in this letter?"; "How do you interpret his behavior?"
- If a period of time or a person sees a particular change or event, it takes place during that period of time or while that person is alive. Yesterday saw the resignation of the acting Interior Minister He had worked with the General for three years and was sorry to see him go Mr Frank has seen the economy of his town slashed by the uprising
- (c) The seat, place, or office of the pope, or Roman pontiff; as, the papal see
- If you see what someone means or see why something happened, you understand what they mean or understand why it happened. Oh, I see what you're saying I really don't see any reason for changing it Now I see that I was wrong. = understand
- see or watch; "view a show on television"; "This program will be seen all over the world"; "view an exhibition"; "Catch a show on Broadway"; "see a movie"
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- To accompany in person; to escort; to wait upon; as, to see one home; to see one aboard the cars
- If you try to make someone see sense or see reason, you try to make them realize that they are wrong or are being stupid. He was hopeful that by sitting together they could both see sense and live as good neighbours
- be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something; "He verified that the valves were closed"; "See that the curtains are closed"; "control the quality of the product"
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- If you see someone or something as a certain thing, you have the opinion that they are that thing. She saw him as a visionary, but her father saw him as a man who couldn't make a living Others saw it as a betrayal I don't see it as my duty to take sides As I see it, Llewelyn has three choices open to him Women are sometimes seen to be less effective as managers
- deem to be; "She views this quite differently from me"; "I consider her to be shallow"; "I don't see the situation quite as negatively as you do"
- Refers to multiple-word terms that have the same last word
- formulae You can say `I see' to indicate that you understand what someone is telling you. `He came home in my car.' --- `I see.'
- In poker and similar games at cards, to meet (a bet), or to equal the bet of (a player), by staking the same sum
- You can say `you see' when you are explaining something to someone, to encourage them to listen and understand. Well, you see, you shouldn't really feel that way about it
- {i} bishopric, office of a bishop; position or authority of a bishop
- (Gr Hedra or Thronos) The official "seat" or city capital where a bishop resides (esp for a large jurisdiction); hence, the territory of his entire jurisdiction may be called his See
- To call
- If you see someone, you visit them or meet them. Mick wants to see you in his office right away You need to see a doctor
- accompany or escort; "I'll see you to the door"
- receive as a specified guest; "the doctor will see you now"; "The minister doesn't see anybody before noon"
- perceive (an idea or situation) mentally; "Now I see!"; "I just can't see your point"; "Does she realize how important this decision is?"; "I don't understand the idea"
- Figuratively: To have intellectual apprehension; to perceive; to know; to understand; to discern; often followed by a preposition, as through, or into
- Specifically: (a) The seat of episcopal power; a diocese; the jurisdiction of a bishop; as, the see of New York
- If you see an entertainment such as a play, film, concert, or sports game, you watch it. He had been to see a Semi-Final of the FA Cup It was one of the most amazing films I've ever seen. = watch
- If you see something happening in the future, you imagine it, or predict that it will happen. A good idea, but can you see Taylor trying it? We can see a day where all people live side by side. = imagine
- (d) The pope or his court at Rome; as, to appeal to the see of Rome
- go to see for a social visit; "I went to see my friend Mary the other day
- To perceive by the eye; to have knowledge of the existence and apparent qualities of by the organs of sight; to behold; to descry; to view
- To fall in with; to meet or associate with; to have intercourse or communication with; hence, to have knowledge or experience of; as, to see military service
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- The word see comes from a Latin word meaning seat It refers to the city in which the bishop’s home church (cathedral) is located
- observe as if with an eye; "The camera saw the burglary and recorded it"
- go or live through; "We had many trials to go through"; "he saw action in Viet Nam"
- date regularly; have a steady relationship with; "Did you know that she is seeing an older man?"; "He is dating his former wife again!"
- imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind; "I can't see him on horseback!"; "I can see what will happen"; "I can see a risk in this strategy"
- Abbreviation for Society for Excellence in Eyecare
- properly, the official 'seat' of a bishop Commonly used for the territorial unit of administration in the church, governed by a bishop; also known as a diocese
- visit a place, as for entertainment; "We went to see the Eiffel Tower in the morning"
- come together; "I'll probably see you at the meeting"; "How nice to see you again!"
- If you see someone to a particular place, you accompany them to make sure that they get there safely, or to show politeness. He didn't offer to see her to her car `Goodnight.' --- `I'll see you out.'
- find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort; "I want to see whether she speaks French"; "See whether it works"; "find out if he speaks Russian"; "Check whether the train leaves on time"
- see a man
- To go have a drink or to meet one's bootlegger
- see a man
- A bland euphemism to conceal one's true purpose
- see a man
- To take one's leave for some urgent purpose, especially to go to the bathroom
- see a man about a dog
- Used as an excuse for leaving without giving the real reason (especially if the reason is to go to the toilet, or to have a drink)
- see a man about a horse
- A message signaling one needs to urinate (used mainly of men)
Wait for me here. I'll only be a couple of minutes. I've just got to see a man about a horse.
- see a man about a horse
- A message signaling one needs to go missing for a short while, for any reason, without giving a real explanation
- see double
- To experience double vision, wherein the eyes do not focus on the same point and a single object is therefore perceived as two
- see eye to eye
- To agree with someone; to concur; to get along
She just never saw eye to eye with her mother about politics.
- see in
- To invite (someone) in, to show (someone) in: to introduce (someone) to the inside of a place
Coles held open the office door as the British envoy entered the room.
- see in
- To welcome (an occurrence)
They saw in the New Year with dancing and fireworks.
- see into
- To escort into, especially a place of shelter
Just see her into the house.
- see into
- To perceive the truth about, especially of future events
- see mui
- crack seed
- see off
- To accompany someone to a point of departure
- see off
- To defeat
- see out
- Continue something until completion
I'll never give up. I'm going to see this thing out.
- see out
- Accompany a guest when he or she leaves
Please see our guest out.
- see over
- to inspect something fully
- see red
- To receive a red card, and be dismissed from the playing field
- see red
- To become angry or irritated
The new tax proposal had voters seeing red.
- see someone through
- To suffice for a time
Two full bags should be enough to see the family through.
- see someone through
- To constitute ample supply for one for
Those chocolates should see us through the holiday season.
- see someone's point
- To comprehend the meaning that someone is trying to convey
Yes, I see your point. Let me double-check that and get back with you.
- see something out
- To watch an activity develop to a conclusion
He came to a dead stop, a yard from our step, and, leaning up against the railings, and selecting a straw to chew, fixed us with his eye. He evidently meant to see this thing out.
- see something through
- To complete (the thing); to fulfill a commitment
Do not start the project if you are not going to be around to see it through.
- see stars
- To experience apparent flashing lights in one's field of vision, especially after receiving a blow to the head
During his 13-year career as a game-changing NFL linebacker, Lawrence Taylor hit opponents so hard he often made them see stars.
- see the forest for the trees
- To discern an overall pattern from a mass of detail; to see the big picture, or the broader, more general situation. Generally used in the negative
Smith is good at detail, but can't see the forest for the trees.
- see the light
- To gain an understanding of something previously not understood, especially in a sudden insight
Finally, near the end of the meeting, John saw the light and withdrew his objections.
- see the light
- To undergo a spiritual conversion
Praise the Lord. I saw the light.
- see the wood for the trees
- Alternative form of see the forest for the trees
- see things
- To have visual hallucinations
It was there before. I think I'm seeing things.
- see through
- To detect or deduce someone's true motives or mindset
In that moment, I saw right through her; this petition drive had nothing to do with her love for animals, and everything to do with impressing Michael, the cute intern.
- see through
- To not be deceived by a contradictory appearance or statement
I can see through his poker face, he isn't fooling anyone.
- see through
- To find something visually transparent
We saw through the water with ease; it was as clear as glass.
- see to
- To serve or care for
Mark, please see to Mrs. Landingham, make sure she has everything she needs.
- see to
- To take care of; to effect; to make happen
After seeing to the shopping, cleaning and cooking, he finally sat down for some rest.
- see ya
- Goodbye, see you later
- see yellow
- To receive a yellow card
Ullman saw yellow after his dangerous challenge on MacKenzie.
- see you
- see you later
- see you later
- A phrase used at parting, and not necessarily implying that the person being addressed will be seen later by the speaker
- see you later alligator
- au revoir, see you soon
Didn't know you were sick, Whitey, thought you were like . . . some of the other times. From the top stair, See you later, alligator.
- see you next Tuesday
- : A euphemism for cunt
That diva may be gorgeous, but she's a real, well, you know, a see-you-next-Tuesday. A what? asked Jen. I cocked my head. Curious, myself. She's—pardon the expression—a cunt..
- see you soon
- goodbye; something said at a farewell, not necessarily meaning that the speaker will see the hearer(s) again
- see-through
- transparent or translucent; that can be seen through
If you are planning to wear a see-through dress, wear something underneath.
- see the light
- change for the better; "The lazy student promised to reform"; "the habitual cheater finally saw the light"
- see you later
- I will see you again in the future, we will meet again
- see you around
- I will see you again somewhere
- SAW
- squad automatic weapon or section automatic weapon, a class of light machine gun
- SAW
- صلى الله عليه وسلم sallalahu aleyhi wasallam – Peace be upon him
- from can see to can't see
- From the time when it is barely light enough to see until there is no light remaining whatsoever: from sunup to sundown, from dawn to dusk
- saw
- To make a motion back and forth similar to cutting something with a saw
The fiddler sawed away at his instrument.
- saw
- A tool with a toothed blade used for cutting hard substances, in particular wood or metal
- saw
- A musical saw
- saw
- (often old saw) A saying or proverb
- saw
- Something spoken; speech, discourse
And for thy trew sawys, and I may lyve many wynters, there was never no knyght better rewardid .
- seeing
- The movement or distortion of a telescopic image as a result of turbulence in the Earth's atmosphere
- seeing
- Inasmuch as; in view of the fact that
Seeing the boss wasn't around, we took it easy.
- seeing
- Present participle of see
- saw
- Surface Acoustic Wave
- saw
- {f} cut with a saw or similar tool; make back-and-forth motions as if with a saw
- saw
- Saw is the past tense of see
- saw
- To be cut with a saw; as, the timber saws smoothly
- saw
- {i} tool for cutting consisting of a toothed blade; saying, maxim, (Atasözü)
- saw
- v pret saw [OE sëon, säwon pl pret ]
- saw
- To form by cutting with a saw; as, to saw boards or planks, that is, to saw logs or timber into boards or planks; to saw shingles; to saw out a panel
- saw
- Dictate; command; decree
- saw
- a cutting tool, one edge of which is a series of continuous teeth
- saw
- a condensed but memorable saying embodying some important fact of experience that is taken as true by many people
- saw
- To cut with a saw; to separate with a saw; as, to saw timber or marble
- saw
- An instrument for cutting or dividing substances, as wood, iron, etc
- saw
- If you saw something, you cut it with a saw. He escaped by sawing through the bars of his cell Your father is sawing wood. A familiar saying, especially one that has become trite through repetition. See Synonyms at saying. Past tense of see. the past tense of see. Tool for cutting solid materials to prescribed lengths or shapes. Most saws take the form of a thin metal strip with teeth on one edge or a thin metal disk with teeth on the edge. The teeth are usually set to alternate sides so that the kerf (groove) cut by the saw is wider than the thickness of the saw; the saw blade can thus move freely in the groove without binding. Thin-strip saws are used in various ways in both hand and machine operations; circular, or disk, saws are always machine powered (see sawing machine, machine tool)
- saw
- surface acoustic wave (filter)
- saw
- consisting of a thin blade, or plate, of steel, with a series of sharp teeth on the edge, which remove successive portions of the material by cutting and tearing
- saw
- cut with a saw; "saw wood for the fireplace"
- saw
- a power tool for cutting wood
- saw
- squad automatic weapon
- saw
- Surface Acoustic Wave A sound wave that propagates along and is bound to the surface of a solid; ordinarily it contains both compressional and shear components
- saw
- A saw is a tool for cutting wood, which has a blade with sharp teeth along one edge. Some saws are pushed backwards and forwards by hand, and others are powered by electricity. see also chain saw
- saw
- Sallallahu'Alaihe wa Salaam This should be mentioned every time the name of the Prophet (SAW) is mentioned or read It means 'May the Peace and Blessings of Allah be upon him
- saw
- Something said; speech; discourse
- saw
- hand tool having a toothed blade for cutting cut with a saw; "saw wood for the fireplace
- saw
- Squad Automatic Weapon; designation for M249, FN Minimi 5 56mm light machine gun
- saw
- A tool with sharp teeth used for pruning trees and shrubs
- saw
- Surface Acoustic Wave, refers to a device in which acoustic waves propagating on the surface of a piezo-electric crystal transfer a signal between two transducers Extensively used for delay lines, both dispersive and non-dispersive
- saw
- To cut, as a saw; as, the saw or mill saws fast
- saw
- hand tool having a toothed blade for cutting
- saw
- Surface Acoustic Wave A technology in which radio frequency signals are converted to acoustic signals in a piezolectric crystalline material Variations in phrase shift ion the reflected signal can be used to provide a unique identity
- saw
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- saw
- To use a saw; to practice sawing; as, a man saws well
- saw
- (see, saw, seen)
- saw
- Also used figuratively; as, to saw the air
- saw
- An eleventh level spell that creates any kind of saw of any length
- saw
- {n} a toothed instrument, saying, maxim
- seeing
- {n} the act of perceiving, sight, vision
- seeing
- {a} of to see, since, because that
- seen
- {a} perceived, beheld, skilled, versed
- SAW
- (Mühendislik) Submerged Arc Welding
- saw
- A saying; a (Atasözü); a maxim
- saw
- Surface acoustic wave (filter) - Filter or oscillator technology characterized by its reliance on acoustic energy and electrical/acoustic transductors used to take advantage of impressive bandpass filter shape factors that are difficult to achieve with more traditional filter technologies
- Saw
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- Saw
- say
Tom and Mary say they saw someone climbing over the fence.
- Tom and Mary say they saw somebody climbing over the fence.
Tom says he saw Mary.
- Tom says he saw Mary.
- Saw
- seigh
- See You Soon
- I will see you again in the near future, SYS
- saw
- A saying or proverb
- saw
- To cut (something) with a saw
- saw
- simple past of see
- see about
- deal with; consider
- see about
- When you see about something, you arrange for it to be done or provided. Tony announced it was time to see about lunch I must see about selling the house
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- see into
- inquire into, check, try to figure out
- see off
- When you see someone off, you go with them to the station, airport, or port that they are leaving from, and say goodbye to them there. Ben had planned a steak dinner for himself after seeing Jackie off on her plane
- see off
- accompany, separate from someone before a voyage
- see off
- If you see off an opponent, you defeat them. There is no reason why they cannot see off the Republican challenge
- see out
- accompany outside; finish, persist until the end
- see red
- run wild from anger, be angry
- see through
- perceive the true nature of; "We could see through her apparent calm"
- see through
- support financially through a period of time; "The scholarship saw me through college"; "This money will see me through next month
- see through
- support financially through a period of time; "The scholarship saw me through college"; "This money will see me through next month"
- see through
- {f} see from behind; worry that something will be done properly until the end
- see through
- If you see through someone or their behaviour, you realize what their intentions are, even though they are trying to hide them. I saw through your little ruse from the start. see also see-through
- see through
- remain with until completion; "I must see the job through"
- see to
- If you see to something that needs attention, you deal with it. While Franklin saw to the luggage, Sara took Eleanor home
- see to it
- be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something; "He verified that the valves were closed"; "See that the curtains are closed"; "control the quality of the product"
- see you
- goodbye for now but I will see you again in the future
- see you tomorrow
- goodbye till tomorrow, we will meet again tomorrow
