sky-watching
nounUK /ˈskaɪˌwɒtʃɪŋ/
US /ˈskaɪˌwɑːtʃɪŋ/
The activity of looking up at the sky to see clouds, stars, or birds.
We spent the afternoon sky-watching on the hill and saw three eagles.
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2. Watching the sky for aircraft or drones, often for safety or defense.
The guards kept sky-watching for any sign of incoming drones.
3. Observing the sky for signs of weather changes.
Sailors relied on sky-watching to predict storms.
4. Watching the sky for spiritual or symbolic signs.
The elders practiced sky-watching to read omens in the clouds.