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4. Computer Science. A program that observes, supervises, or controls the activities of other programs.
5. An articulated device holding a rotating nozzle with which a jet of water is regulated, used in mining and firefighting.
6. a. A heavily ironclad warship of the 19th century with a low, flat deck and one or more gun turrets. b. A modern warship designed for coastal bombardment.
7. Biology. Any of various tropical carnivorous lizards of the family Varanidae, living in the East Indies, southern Asia, Africa, Australia, and New Guinea and ranging in length from several centimeters to 3 meters (10 feet).
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monitored
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5. To keep close watch over; supervise: monitor an examination.
6. To direct.
To act as a monitor.
[Latin, from monēre, to warn.]
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