What is another word for listening watch?
Pronunciation: [lˈɪsənɪŋ wˈɒt͡ʃ] (IPA) 
Listening watch refers to the act of paying close attention to information or signals received through an audio medium such as a radio or phone. Other synonyms that can be used for listening watch include monitoring, surveillance, observation, reconnaissance, and inspection. These words all suggest a degree of vigilance and attentiveness to incoming information. Monitoring suggests a continuous and systematic checking of a situation or event. Surveillance implies a more secretive and covert observation. Observation and reconnaissance emphasize the careful and detailed watching of a person or situation. Inspection is similar, but typically reserved for physical examination rather than the monitoring of information through an audio medium.
