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observant |
3 definitions found From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: Observant \Ob*serv"ant\, a. [L. observans, -anits, p. pr of observare: cf F. observant. See {Observe}.] 1. Taking notice; viewing or noticing attentively; watchful; attentive; as an observant spectator; observant habits. Wandering from clime to clime observant stray'd. --Pope. 2. Submissively attentive; obediently watchful; regardful; mindful; obedient (to); -- with of as to be observant of rules We are told how observant Alexander was of his master Aristotle. --Sir K. Digby From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: Observant \Ob*serv"ant\, n. 1. One who observes forms and rules [Obs.] --Hooker. 2. A sycophantic servant. [Obs.] Silly ducking observants, That stretch their duties nicely. --Shak. 3. (R.C.Ch.) An Observantine. From WordNet r 1.6 [wn]: observant adj 1: paying close attention especially to details 2: quick to notice; showing quick and keen perception [syn: {observing}] 3: (of individuals) adhering strictly to laws and rules and customs; "law-abiding citizens"; "observant of the speed limit" [syn: {law-abiding}]
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