monitor

/ˈmɑnətɚ/

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Also a verb

Meaning

  1. A display screen used to present visual output from a computer or other electronic device.

    • He bought a wide curved monitor to make editing video files easier.

    • Are two monitors really necessary for everyday office work?

  2. A device used for observing, measuring, or recording a continuous physical process or condition.

    • The nurse checked the heart monitor when the alarm sounded.

    • Have you replaced the batteries in the baby monitor yet?

  3. A person appointed to observe an activity and ensure it is conducted fairly and according to rules.

    • International monitors were dispatched across the country during the general election.

    • Who served as the hall monitor during morning recess?

Collocations

  • computer monitor
  • heart monitor
  • baby monitor
  • election monitor

Synonyms