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seen

verb (past participle)

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Meaning

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Having been observed or noticed with the eyes or by the mind; perceived.

Example Sentence

The rare bird had not been seen in the area for years, making its reappearance a significant event.

Usage Note

Used as the past participle of 'see' to form perfect tenses (e.g., 'I have seen it') or passive voice (e.g., 'It was seen'). It indicates that an action of seeing has been completed.