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o·ver·see

oversee

 
 
pronunciation:
o vr si
features:
Word Combinations (verb)
part of speech: transitive verb
inflections: oversees, overseeing, oversaw, overseen
definition 1: to watch over and direct (others or their work); supervise.
I will oversee this project, and the others will work under me.
synonyms:
boss, superintend, supervise
similar words:
administer, advise, command, control, direct, guide, lead, manage, monitor, quarterback, regulate, run
definition 2: to watch over and maintain (a property); caretake.
The old caretaker retired, and his son oversees the estate now.
synonyms:
take care of, tend
similar words:
maintain, manage, mind, superintend, watch
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