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单词 lookout
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lookout

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noun

look·​out ˈlu̇k-ˌau̇t How to pronounce lookout (audio)
1
: one engaged in keeping watch : watchman
2
: an elevated place or structure affording a wide view for observation
3
: a careful looking or watching
on the lookout
4
: view, outlook
5
: a matter of care or concern

look out

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verb

looked out; looking out; looks out

intransitive verb

: to take care or concern oneself
used with for
looking out for number one

Synonyms

Noun

  • observatory
  • outlook
  • overlook

Verb

  • beware (of)
  • guard (against)
  • mind
  • ware
  • watch out (for)
See all Synonyms & Antonyms

Example Sentences

Noun The troops posted a lookout for the night. The mountain road had several lookouts where you could enjoy the view.
Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
Readers on the lookout for confirmation of radical, existential doubt and fans of the avant-garde thrilled by the instability of language should pluck books from a different shelf. Adam Begley, The Atlantic, 9 Sep. 2022 Three more shootings and two carjackings followed after police sent an alert warning people to be on the lookout for the suspect. Adrian Sainz, ajc, 8 Sep. 2022 Three more shootings and two carjackings followed after police sent an alert warning people to be on the lookout for the suspect. Adrian Sainz, BostonGlobe.com, 8 Sep. 2022 Three more shootings and two carjackings followed after police sent an alert warning people to be on the lookout for the suspect. Adrian Sainz, Chicago Tribune, 8 Sep. 2022 Police tweeted about Wednesday evening that residents should be on the lookout for the suspect. Jennifer Henderson, CNN, 7 Sep. 2022 Law enforcement agencies worldwide have been getting alerts to be on the lookout for Francis, along with officials at airports and border checkpoints, KFMB points out. CBS News, 6 Sep. 2022 The county health department warned San Diego transit riders Thursday to be on the lookout for tuberculosis symptoms, after a passenger recently tested positive for the disease. Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Sep. 2022 Law enforcement agencies around the state have notified to be on the lookout for Kincaid, officials said. Lauren Hepler, San Francisco Chronicle, 29 Aug. 2022 See More

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1662, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Verb

1752, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

lookout

noun

look·​out ˈlu̇k-ˌau̇t How to pronounce lookout (audio)
1
: a careful watch for something expected or feared
Be on the lookout for trouble.
2
: a high place from which a wide view is possible
3
: a person who keeps watch

lookout

noun

1
as in overlook
a high place or structure from which a wide view is possible we went up to the lookout on the top of the hill to watch the fireworks

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
  • overlook
  • observatory
  • tower
  • watchtower
  • outlook
  • aerie
  • promontory
  • crow's nest
2
as in view
all that can be seen from a certain point we were struck by the amazing beauty of the lookout from the top of the tower

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • view
  • panorama
  • vista
  • perspective
  • scenery
  • prospect
  • outlook
  • landscape
  • command
  • sight
  • scene
  • visual field
  • ken
3
as in guard
a person or group that watches over someone or something make sure to post a lookout so that no one can sneak up on us

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • guard
  • sentinel
  • custodian
  • keeper
  • guardian
  • sentry
  • warden
  • watchman
  • watch
  • patrol
  • picket
  • watcher
  • bodyguard
  • warder
  • spotter
  • observer
  • minder
  • defender
  • escort
  • watchdog
  • gatekeeper
  • convoy
  • honor guard
  • surveillant
  • hack
4
as in watch
an act or period of watching for signs of activity, danger, or opportunity one of the robbers kept a lookout for the police

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • watch
  • surveillance
  • vigil
  • inspection
  • observation
  • supervision
  • scrutiny
  • observance
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