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Protected, guarded, or cared for someone or something, keeping a vigilant eye on their safety and well-being.
“The loyal dog watched over the sleeping infant all through the night.”
A tall tower from which a sentinel or guard keeps watch over an area.
“The guards scanned the horizon from the top of the stone watchtower.”
To dilute or make something less forceful, intense, or controversial by adding less significant or more acceptable elements.
“The committee decided to water down the original proposal to ensure it would pass the vote.”
The showy, often fragrant, floating or emergent blossoms of aquatic plants belonging to the family Nymphaeaceae, typically characterized by broad, flat leaves.
“The pond was covered in vibrant pink and white water lily flowers.”
A supernatural being or deity believed to inhabit or preside over bodies of water, such as rivers, lakes, or the sea, often featured in mythology and folklore.
“Local legends tell of a benevolent water spirit that protects the village fishermen from treacherous storms.”
A person who works on or lives near a body of water, especially one who earns a living by rowing or ferrying passengers and goods.
“The Thames waterman skillfully navigated his small craft through the heavy river traffic.”
An archaic or dialectal past participle of the verb 'weave', meaning to have formed fabric or patterns by interlacing threads or strands.
“The tapestry had been waven with such intricate detail that it told the entire history of the kingdom.”
Plural form of waverer: persons who hesitate, feel doubtful, or show indecision in their opinions, choices, or allegiance.
“The political campaign focused heavily on persuading the undecided waverers before election day.”
Having a series of curves or undulations; not straight.
“She has beautiful, long wavy hair that falls to her shoulders.”
Interrupted, stopped, or detained someone while they were on their way somewhere, often to attack, converse, or detain them.
“The travelers were waylaid by bandits on the mountain pass.”
A person or animal that is physically weak or lacking in character, courage, or resolve.
“He was bullied in school for being a weakling who couldn't keep up in sports.”
A person who has clothing, shoes, jewelry, or accessories on their body.
“The ring felt heavy on its wearer's finger.”
The state of the atmosphere at a particular place and time as regards heat, cloudiness, dryness, sunshine, wind, or rain.
“The flight was delayed due to poor weather conditions at the destination airport.”
Altered in color, texture, or form by long exposure to the atmosphere; worn or seasoned by the elements.
“The old wooden fence was a weathered gray after decades of harsh winters.”
Marries someone; takes a person as a spouse in a legal or ceremonial union.
“In the season finale, the hero finally weds his long-time companion.”