To see or know by personal presence; to have
direct cognizance of. [1913 Webster] This is but a faint sketch of
the incalculable calamities and horrors we must expect, should we
ever witness the triumphs of modern infidelity. --R. Hall. [1913
Webster] General Washington did not live to witness the restoration
of peace. --Marshall. [1913 Webster]
To give testimony to; to testify to; to attest.
[1913 Webster] Behold how many things they witness against thee.
--Mark xv.
[1913 Webster]
(Law) To see the execution of, as an instrument,
and subscribe it for the purpose of establishing its authenticity;
as, to witness a bond or a deed. [1913 Webster]
English
Verb
witnessing- present participle of witness