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- pronunciation:
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- 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
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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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related words: |
attend, care, govern, head, mastermind |
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