Cryptic crossword clue
Watching old boy waiting on tables

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word OBSERVING

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Buddy explains!

The straight part
We know that "Watching" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case watching = observing.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does OBSERVING mean?

OBSERVING verb
  1. To notice or view, especially carefully or with attention to detail.
  2. To follow or obey the custom, practice, or rules (especially of a religion).
  3. To take note of and celebrate (a holiday or similar occurrence).
  4. To comment on something; to make an observation.
OBSERVING noun
  1. Observation

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