Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Watson
Proper Noun
/ˈwɒtsən/
Definition
Watson is a proper noun often used as a name, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is most famously associated with John Watson, a character from the Sherlock Holmes series by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
Examples
- Dr. John Watson is known for being Sherlock Holmes’s close friend and companion.
- Watson & Crick discovered the structure of DNA in 1953.
Meaning
Watson can refer to a person’s surname or a character’s name in literature, often symbolizing loyalty and intelligence.
Synonyms
- none (as a proper noun)
