overwatch

[ oh-ver-woch ]

verb (used with object)

1. to watch over.
2. Archaic. to weary by keeping awake.

overwatch

/ ˌəʊvəˈwɒtʃ /

verb

1. to watch over
2. archaic.
   to fatigue with long watching or lack of sleep

Other Words From

• over·watcher noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of overwatch¹

First recorded in 1555–65; over- + watch

Example Sentences

In its latest finance report Microsoft said its gaming revenues had increased, mostly due to its ownership of Activision-Blizzard, which also produces World of Warcraft, Diablo and Overwatch.

From BBC

The highest number of players in 24 hours was a mere 132, a far cry from popular shooter games such as “Overwatch” and “Counter Strike 2,” whose 24-hour peaks exceeded 50,000 and 1.3 million, respectively.

From Los Angeles Times

Concord is a so-called hero shooter with similarities to popular titles such as Overwatch and Valorant.

From BBC

We also got a new gameplay trailer which confirms this title will have a lot in common with popular hero shooter Overwatch.

From BBC

Local authorities discussed the Secret Service requesting a sniper and overwatch support, along with counterassault teams and a quick reaction force.

From BBC