English word observe comes from Latin servare, Latin ob
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| servare | Latin (lat) | |
| ob | Latin (lat) | Against; facing. In the direction of, to, towards. On account of, according to, because of, due to, for (the purpose of). |
| observo | Latin (lat) | I guard, keep watch over.. I heed, regard, respect.. I notice, perceive.. I observe, watch.. I pay attention to. |
| observer | Middle French (frm) | |
| observe | English (en) | (intransitive) To comment on something; to make an observation.. (transitive) To follow or obey the custom, practice, or rules (especially of a religion).. (transitive) To notice or view, especially carefully or with attention to detail. |