lookout
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Definition
- Noun:
- The act of looking out: The action of watching carefully, especially for danger or for something expected to appear.
- A structure commanding a wide view: A building or platform, often on a high place, designed to give a broad view of the surrounding area.
- An elevated post affording a wide view: A high place or position used for observing a wide area.
- A person employed to keep watch: An individual whose job is to watch for something specific, such as danger, illegal activity, or the approach of someone or something.
Usage Examples
Noun (Act of looking out):
- Keeping a sharp lookout for icebergs was the crew's most important duty.
- The hikers maintained a constant lookout for bears on the trail.
Noun (Structure):
- We climbed to the fire lookout on top of the mountain.
- The old coastal lookout is now a tourist attraction.
Noun (Elevated post):
- The soldier stood guard in the lookout.
- From his lookout in the crow's nest, the sailor spotted land.
Noun (Person):
- The gang had a lookout posted at the corner of the street.
- During the strike, union members acted as lookouts for management.
Advanced Usage
"to be on the lookout (for someone/something)": To be watching carefully in order to find, see, or avoid someone or something.
- Be on the lookout for suspicious packages.
- I'm always on the lookout for a good bargain.
"to keep a lookout": To act as a lookout; to maintain a watch.
- You keep a lookout while I try to open the door.
Variants and Related Words
Lookout point (n): A specific location, often scenic, that provides a wide view.
- We stopped at a lookout point to take photographs of the valley.
Lookout tower (n): A tall structure built for observation.
- The forest ranger works in a lookout tower.
Synonyms
- Watch: The act of observing or the person who observes.
- Observation post: A position from which to watch an area.
- Sentinel: A person or thing that stands guard.
- Vantage point: A place that provides a good view.
Related Phrases
- Look out (phrasal verb): To be careful; to watch for potential danger. (Note: This is the phrasal verb form, written as two words).
- Look out! There's a car coming!
- You should look out for pickpockets in this market.
Related Idioms
- That's your (own) lookout: That is your own responsibility or concern. (Chiefly British English).
- If you want to invest in such a risky venture, that's your own lookout.
Noun
- the act of looking out
- a structure commanding a wide view of its surroundings
- an elevated post affording a wide view
- a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event