noun Uncommon

sighting

SEYE-tihng

Sighting (noun) means an instance of seeing something, especially something rare, unusual, or being searched for. Example: “There have been several sightings of the missing dog in the park.”

noun

An instance of seeing something, especially something rare, unusual, or being searched for.

"There have been several sightings of the missing dog in the park."

"The whale sighting drew a crowd to the harbour."

How to use sighting

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn occasion of spotting something notable, like a rare animal or a celebrity.

Common pairings

UFO sighting bird sighting report a sighting

Word forms

sightings plural

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Rhymes for sighting

lighting fighting gaslighting bullfighting moonlighting highlighting

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Frequently asked questions

What does “sighting” mean?

The word “sighting” means an instance of seeing something, especially something rare, unusual, or being searched for. In plain terms, an occasion of spotting something notable, like a rare animal or a celebrity.

How do you pronounce “sighting”?

“Sighting” is pronounced SEYE-tihng (/ˈsaɪtɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “sighting” in a sentence?

Here is “sighting” used in a sentence: “There have been several sightings of the missing dog in the park.”

What part of speech is “sighting”?

“Sighting” is a noun.

Is “sighting” a common word?

“Sighting” is an uncommon word in modern English.