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Definition overwatch in British English

overwatch noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˈəʊvə(r)ˌwatʃ/
1

the process of watching from a high position another group of soldiers who are involved in a military activity and giving them support if necessary

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2

the activity of training and supervising a military group to make sure that they carry out their duties effectively and properly

Example

Iraqi troops took the place of British forces, which remained in the country in an overwatch role.

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Definition overwatch in British English