What does "watch" mean?

In addition to the idioms beginning with watch, also see keep watch; look (watch) out; on the lookout (watch).

See watch in WNW Idioms

on the watch

watching; on the lookout, as for some thing or person expected

watch oneself

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to be careful, cautious, or discreet

watch out

☆
to be alert and on one's guard; be careful

watch over

to protect from harm or danger

See watch in American Heritage Dictionary 4 Idioms

watch it

To be careful: had to watch it when I stepped onto the ice.

watch (one's) step

  1. To act or proceed with care and caution.
  2. To behave as is demanded, required, or appropriate.

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