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oversee

/ˌoʊvərˈsiː/  ·  say it: OH·vur·SEE

to watch over and manage

In Actions & Behavior

In more detail

1. (verb) to watch and check that work is being done correctly and well

2. (verb) to be responsible for managing or running something

Examples

• 1. The project manager will oversee the construction work to ensure quality standards are met.
• 2. She oversees a team of twenty employees in the marketing department.

Nearby in Actions & Behavior

allocate, delegate, supervise, coordinate, orchestrate, facilitate