Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Sighting.
Sighting - as a noun
The act of observing
Example: "Several sightings of enemy troops were reported"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
observance17observation16watching17Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Sighting - as a verb
To register visually.
To get sight of (something).
Example: "To sight land from a ship"
To apply sights to; to adjust the sights of; also, to give the proper elevation and direction to by means of a sight.
Example: "To sight a rifle or a cannon"
To take aim at.
Example Sentences
"The hikers reported a sighting of a rare bird in the forest."
"There have been numerous sightings of UFOs in this area."
"The sailor claimed a sighting of a mermaid in the open sea."
"The police received a sighting of the suspect near the bank."
"A sighting of the Loch Ness Monster caused a stir among tourists."
Word Game Points
Is SIGHTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sighting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SIGHTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is SIGHTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sighting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSIGHTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is SIGHTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sighting is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSIGHTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
