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look
[look]
verb (used without object)
to turn one's eyes toward something or in some direction in order to see.
He looked toward the western horizon and saw the returning planes.
to glance or gaze in a manner specified.
to look questioningly at a person.
to use one's sight or vision in seeking, searching, examining, watching, etc..
to look through the papers.
to tend, as in bearing or significance.
Conditions look toward war.
to appear or seem to the eye as specified.
to look pale.
to appear or seem to the mind.
The case looks promising.
to direct attention or consideration.
to look at the facts.
to have an outlook or afford a view.
The window looks upon the street.
to face or front.
The house looks to the east.
verb (used with object)
to give (someone) a look.
He looked me straight in the eye.
to have an appearance appropriate to or befitting (something).
She looked her age.
to appear to be; look like.
He looked a perfect fool, coming to the party a day late.
to express or suggest by looks.
to look one's annoyance at a person.
Archaic., to bring, put, etc., by looks.
noun
the act of looking.
a look of inquiry.
a visual search or examination.
the way in which a person or thing appears to the eye or to the mind; aspect.
He has the look of an honest man.
The tablecloth has a cheap look.
Synonyms: air, appearancean expressive glance.
to give someone a sharp look.
looks,
general aspect; appearance.
to like the looks of a place.
attractive, pleasing appearance.
verb phrase
look in
Also look into. to look briefly inside of.
Look in the jar and tell me if any cookies are left.
Also look in on. to visit (a person, place, etc.) briefly.
I'll look in some day next week.
look into, to inquire into; investigate; examine.
The auditors are looking into the records to find the cause of the discrepancy.
look over, to examine, especially briefly.
Will you please look over my report before I submit it?
look up
to direct the eyes upward; raise one's glance.
The other guests looked up as she entered the room.
to become better or more prosperous; improve.
Business is looking up.
to search for, as an item of information, in a reference book or the like.
Look up the answer in the encyclopedia.
to seek out, especially to visit.
to look up an old friend.
Nautical., (of a sailing ship) to head more nearly in the direction of its destination after a favoring change of wind.
look up to, to regard with admiration or respect; esteem.
A boy needs a father he can look up to.
look out
to look to the outside, as from a window or a place of observation.
From her office window, she could look out over the bustling city.
to be vigilant or on guard.
Look out, there are dangers ahead.
to afford a view; face.
The room looks out on the garden.
look down on / upon, to regard with scorn or disdain; have contempt for.
They look down on all foreigners.
look after
to follow with the eye, as someone or something moving away.
She looked after him as he walked toward the train station.
to pay attention to; concern oneself with.
to look after one's own interests.
to take care of; minister to.
to look after a child.
look for
to seek; search for.
Columbus was looking for a shorter route to India when he discovered America.
to anticipate; expect.
I'll be looking for you at the reception.
look to
to direct one's glance or gaze to.
If you look to your left, you can see the Empire State Building.
to pay attention to.
Look to your own affairs and stay out of mine.
to direct one's expectations or hopes to.
We look to the day when world peace will be a reality.
to regard with expectation and anticipation.
We look to the future and greater advances in science and technology.
look back, to review past events; return in thought.
When I look back on our school days, it seems as if they were a century ago.
look out for, to take watchful care of; be concerned about.
He has to look out for his health.
look on / upon
to be a spectator; watch.
The crowd looked on at the street brawl.
to consider; regard.
They look upon gambling as sinful.
look
/ lʊk /
verb
(often foll by at) to direct the eyes (towards)
to look at the sea
(often foll by at) to direct one's attention (towards)
let's look at the circumstances
(often foll by to) to turn one's interests or expectations (towards)
to look to the future
(copula) to give the impression of being by appearance to the eye or mind; seem
that looks interesting
to face in a particular direction
the house looks north
to expect, hope, or plan (to do something)
I look to hear from you soon
he's looking to get rich
(foll by for)
to search or seek
I looked for you everywhere
to cherish the expectation (of); hope (for)
I look for success
(foll by to)
to be mindful (of)
to look to the promise one has made
to have recourse (to)
look to your swords, men!
to be a pointer or sign
these early inventions looked towards the development of industry
(foll by into) to carry out an investigation
to look into a mystery
(tr) to direct a look at (someone) in a specified way
she looked her rival up and down
(tr) to accord in appearance with (something)
to look one's age
hurry up; get busy
See dagger
an expression used to attract someone's attention, add emphasis to a statement, etc
(imperative) to hurry up; make haste
to refuse to consider
they won't even look at my offer of £5000
unattractive; plain
noun
the act or an instance of looking
a look of despair
a view or sight (of something)
let's have a look
(often plural) appearance to the eye or mind; aspect
the look of innocence
I don't like the looks of this place
style; fashion
the new look for summer
an expression demanding attention or showing annoyance, determination, etc
look, I've had enough of this
Usage
Word History and Origins
Origin of look1
Word History and Origins
Origin of look1
Idioms and Phrases
look down one's nose at, to regard with an overbearing attitude of superiority, disdain, or censure.
The more advanced students really looked down their noses at the beginners.
if looks could kill. if looks could kill.
look sharp,
to be alert and quick.
If you want to get ahead, you must look sharp.
Also look slippy. to hurry.
You'd better look sharp! It's getting late.
look daggers, to look at someone with a furious, menacing expression.
I could see my partner looking daggers at me.
look forward to, to anticipate with eagerness or pleasure.
I always look forward to your visits.
More idioms and phrases containing look
Example Sentences
She looks like an ordinary teenager, in joggers, worn trainers and a big puffer jacket, clutching her mobile phone and vape.
So feathers were seriously ruffled just weeks into his tenure when it emerged he had hired a noted vaccine critic, David Geier, to look again at the CDC data on that scientifically disproven link.
"Chelsea didn't look invincible as such, but they looked like creating. I think both teams will look different in a few weeks."
While there are clear guidelines as to what you are looking for, Dr Wong says there is still a lot of variability.
Guitar ace Slash rose to prominence with an unmistakable look as the anchor of Guns N’ Roses.
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Definitions and idiom definitions from Dictionary.com Unabridged, based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2023
Idioms from The American Heritage® Idioms Dictionary copyright © 2002, 2001, 1995 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company.
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