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
1
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 notesIn plain EnglishAn occasion of spotting something notable, like a rare animal or a celebrity.
Common pairings
UFO sighting
bird sighting
report a sighting
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Word forms
- Plural
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There have been several _____ of the missing dog in the park.
Rhymes for sighting
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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.
