What is the meaning of supervising?

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noun

Management by overseeing the performance or operation of a person or group.
- synonyms: supervision, superintendence, oversight

verb

Watch and direct.
- usage: "Who is overseeing this project"
- synonyms: oversee, supervise, superintend, manage
Keep tabs on; keep an eye on; keep under surveillance.
- usage: "we are monitoring the air quality"; "the police monitor the suspect's moves"
- synonyms: monitor, supervise

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