witness

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈwɪtnəs/
/ˈwɪtnəs/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

Attestation of a fact or event; testimony.

Example Sentences
  • She can bear witness, since she was there at the time.
2 Definition

One who sees or has personal knowledge of something.

Example Sentences
  • As a witness to the event, I can confirm that he really said that.
3 Definition

Someone called to give evidence in a court.

Example Sentences
  • The witness for the prosecution did not seem very credible.
4 Definition

One who is called upon to witness an event or action, such as a wedding or the signing of a document.

Example Sentences
  • The bridesmaid and best man at a wedding typically serve as the witnesses.
5 Definition

Something that serves as evidence; a sign or token.

Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To furnish proof of, to show.

Example Sentences
  • 1667: round he throws his baleful eyes / That witness'd huge affliction and dismay — John Milton, Paradise Lost, Book 1 ll. 56-7
2 Definition

To take as evidence.

3 Definition

To see or gain knowledge of through experience.

Example Sentences
  • He witnessed the accident.
4 Definition

(construed with to or for) To present personal religious testimony; to preach at (someone) or on behalf of.

5 Definition

To see the execution of (a legal instrument), and subscribe it for the purpose of establishing its authenticity.

Example Sentences
  • to witness a bond or a deed