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Monitored

/ˈmɒn.ɪ.təd/
verbCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As verb
  1. 1

    To observe and check the progress or quality of something over a period of time.

    "The teacher monitored the students' progress throughout the semester."
  2. 2

    To keep track of or supervise a process or activity.

    "The technician monitored the system for any irregularities."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'monitored' is derived from the Latin root 'monere', meaning 'to warn' or 'to advise'. It evolved through Middle French 'moniteur', which referred to a person who advises or instructs, before entering English in the late 19th century with the meaning of observing or keeping track of something.

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