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observer

/ɒb-/ · noun

Meaning

  1. One who makes observations, monitors or takes notice
  2. One who adheres or follows laws, guidelines, etc.
  3. A person sent as a representative, to a meeting or other function to monitor but not to participate
  4. A country or other entity which has limited participation rights within an organization.
  5. A crew member on an aircraft who makes observations of enemy positions or aircraft
  6. A sentry etc. manning an observation post

Etymology / origin

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Sources

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