1. computer display device: a video device that displays data or images generated by a computer or terminal
2. closed-circuit television set: a receiving device used in a closed-circuit television or video system
3. somebody ensuring proper conduct: somebody who checks for incorrect or unfair conduct
4. education school student with responsibility: a school student who helps a teacher by being given a responsibility or special duty
5. broadcasting viewing device in studio: a receiver in a television studio that enables the audience to watch the recorded portions of a show or performers to view parts of a program
6. performing arts stage loudspeaker: a loudspeaker on a stage during a concert used to let performers hear what they are playing playing a guitar solo with one foot up on the monitor
7. broadcasting somebody who checks broadcasts: somebody who listens to and checks broadcasts for a client or employer, e.g. to learn foreign news or discover secret plans
8. comput computer program: a computer program that observes and controls other programs in a system
10. industry emergencies nozzle: a jointed device with a rotating nozzle that controls and aims a jet of water
11. history 19C warship: a heavily armored warship with gun turrets used in the 19th century in coastal and inland waters
transitive verb (past and past participlemon·i·tored, present participlemon·i·tor·ing, 3rd person present singularmon·i·tors)
Definition:
1. check something regularly: to check something at regular intervals in order to find out how it is progressing or developing
2. watch for proper conduct: to watch over somebody or something, especially in order to ensure that good order or proper conduct is maintained
3. listen to broadcasts or telephone conversations: to use an electronic receiver to listen in on broadcasts or telephone conversations, especially in order to discover secret or illegal plans and activities
4. broadcasting check quality of signals: to use an electronic receiver to check the quality of transmitted audio or visual signals
[Early 16th century. < Latin< monit- (see monition)]
