observing

verbnounadjectiveattested in dialogue

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observation

verb

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Also a form of observepresent participle and gerund of observe

noun

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observation
Sensations then, are not perceivings, observings or findings; they are not detectings, scannings or inspectings; they are not apprehendings, cognisings, intuitings or knowings.

adjective

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observant

Forms

plural: observings
comparative: more observing
superlative: most observing

observe · To notice or view, especially carefully or with attention to…observed · Exceptionally celebrated on a date other than the usual date.observer · One who makes observations, monitors or takes notice.

observing · observation

obsessed · Intensely preoccupied with or by a given topic or emotion;…obsession · The quality of being obsessed; an unshakeable feeling that…obsessive · Prone to cause obsession.

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