noun

monitor

monitor, screen, display, supervisor

I need a new computer monitor.

I need a new computer monitor.

A heart monitor shows the patient's pulse.

A heart monitor shows the patient's pulse.

The class monitor collects the homework.

The class monitor collects the homework.

They monitor the network for any issues.

They monitor the network for any issues.

((a/the)) monitor A noun referring to a device or person. I need a new computer monitor.

Synonyms (noun): screen, display, supervisor; Synonyms (verb): watch, observe

From Latin 'monere' (to warn). A monitor is a device or person that warns or informs about something.

This word can be a noun (a screen) or a verb (to watch). A security guard uses a monitor (noun) to monitor (verb) the building.

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