lookout

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noun

look·​out ˈlu̇k-ˌau̇t How to pronounce lookout (audio)
Synonyms of lookoutnext
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

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Examples of lookout in a Sentence

Noun The troops posted a lookout for the night. The mountain road had several lookouts where you could enjoy the view. Verb if you go in those woods, look out for snakes! as a fiduciary, she has an obligation to look out for our interests
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But with high-yield corporate bonds struggling, Wolfe Research technical strategist Rob Ginsberg thinks stock investors should be on the lookout. — Fred Imbert, CNBC, 27 July 2026 The vessel's forward view was obstructed by a deckhouse and crane, and no crewmember had been assigned to serve as a lookout, officials said. — ABC News, 23 July 2026
Verb
One of the loveliest times of day is in the morning when sun streams through the windows that look out onto the street. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026 Every room has its little balcony and looks out over the blue sea to the islands of the sirens from which those ladies sang so sweetly. — Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for lookout

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1662, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Verb

1752, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of lookout was in 1662

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“Lookout.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lookout. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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lookout

noun
look·​out ˈlu̇k-ˌau̇t How to pronounce lookout (audio)
1
: a person who keeps watch
2
: a high place or structure from which a wide view is possible
3
: a careful looking or watching
4
: outlook sense 1b
5
: a matter of care or concern
the plants are wilting, but that's not my lookout

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