see
see
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si
British pronunciation
/siː/

Definition & Meaning of "see"in English

to see
01

to notice a thing or person with our eyes

Transitive: to see sb/sth
to see definition and meaning
example
Examples
Did you see that shooting star just now?
He saw a spider crawling up the wall.
1.1

to watch or be a spectator of something such as a movie, performance, game, etc.

Transitive: to see a work of entertainment
to see definition and meaning
example
Examples
Did you see the basketball game between the two rival teams?
Have you seen the latest episode of your favorite TV show?
1.2

to possess or use the ability of sight

Intransitive
example
Examples
He lost his sight as a result of the accident and will never see again.
They lost their vision due to a genetic disorder and will never see again.
1.3

to look or ask for information or help

Transitive: to see a source of information
example
Examples
If you have any questions, please see the customer service representative.
If you have any questions, please see the receptionist at the front desk.
02

to realize or understand something

Transitive: to see sth | to see that
to see definition and meaning
example
Examples
After hearing her explanation, I can see why she made that decision.
I can see that you're upset and I'm sorry.
2.1

to regard someone or something in a specific way

Transitive: to see sb/sth in a specific manner
example
Examples
I see him as a reliable friend who I can always count on.
I see this project as an opportunity to learn new skills.
2.2

to find out or become certain about something by asking, discovering, or considering

example
Examples
I 'll see if I can get a reservation at the restaurant for tonight.
I 'm not sure if I have any meetings today. I 'll go and see my calendar.
2.3

to perceive something as a possibility or imagine someone doing a particular thing

Ditransitive: to see sb doing sth | to see oneself doing sth
example
Examples
He ca n't see himself working in a traditional office environment.
I can see myself winning the lottery.
03

to meet someone accidentally and without prior arrangement

Transitive: to see sb
example
Examples
Did you see your friend on the bus?
Have you seen John around lately? I feel like we have n't seen him in a while.
3.1

to go out with a particular person or meet them regularly as one's romantic partner

Transitive: to see sb
to see definition and meaning
example
Examples
Are you still seeing that guy you met at the party?
He's been seeing someone new since his breakup.
3.2

to have a meeting with a specialist for advice, examination, etc.

Transitive: to see a specialist
to see definition and meaning
example
Examples
I have an appointment to see the dentist next week.
I need to see a doctor about my persistent cough.
3.3

to visit a particular place or person

Transitive: to see a place or person
to see definition and meaning
example
Examples
I 'm excited to see my sister who lives in another state.
I 'm planning to see my grandparents this weekend.
3.4

to conduct an interview or consultation with

Transitive: to see sb
example
Examples
The HR manager needs to see all the candidates for the job.
The immigration officer will see you shortly to discuss your application.
04

to witness or experience a particular situation or event

Transitive: to see a situation or event
example
Examples
I saw the accident happen right in front of me.
She has seen the evolution of technology over the years and adapted to the changes.
4.1

to be the setting or time of an event

Transitive: to see an event
example
Examples
The beach has seen many romantic proposals over the years.
The city will see a major cultural festival next month.
05

to accompany or escort someone to a particular place in order to show politeness or to help or protect them

Transitive: to see sb somewhere
example
Examples
He saw his friend to the subway station to ensure he got on the right train.
Let me see you to the door.
06

used to talk about something that one will find out about or decide upon after later reflection or consideration

example
Examples
' Can I take the day off work tomorrow? ' ' We 'll see.'
I 'll have to see if I have enough time to finish this project before the deadline.
07

to direct the reader to another part of the text in a writing for more details or information

Transitive: to see a part of a text
example
Examples
See section 2.5 for a breakdown of the methodology.
For more details, see Chapter 3.
See
01

the seat within a bishop's diocese where his cathedral is located

01

used to emphasize a point or to draw attention to something

example
Examples
See, that's the kind of attitude we need to adopt to succeed.
See, the problem is that we're running out of time.
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