Meaning of watchfulness in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Noun

    watchfulness

    Definitions

    1. the process of paying close and continuous attention
  2. 2. vigilant attentiveness

    Examples

    • « he keeps a weather eye open for trouble »

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