Meaning
A screen that shows pictures or information, especially the screen of a computer.
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Word origin
From Latin monitor, one who warns or advises, from monere, to warn.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- monere
- English cognates
- monument
Examples
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In a hospital, a monitor shows information about a patient.
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A computer monitor is the screen you look at.
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"Monitor" can also be a verb meaning to watch something carefully over time.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 24, lesson 11: monitor, navy, guide and 7 more words.