see
UK: siː | US: siː
vt. to perceive with the eyes; to observe
vt. to understand or comprehend
vi. to have the power of sight
vt. to meet or visit someone
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The word "see" traces back to Old English sēon, derived from Proto-Germanic sehwaną, meaning "to see." This root is further linked to the Proto-Indo-European sekʷ-, which conveys the idea of "to follow" or "to perceive." Over time, the meaning evolved from literal visual perception to metaphorical understanding (e.g., "I see what you mean"). The word’s simplicity and monosyllabic structure reflect its ancient, foundational role in language.
I can see the mountains from my window.
Do you see what I mean about the problem?
Cats can see well in the dark.
Let’s see a movie tonight.
She went to see her grandmother last weekend.