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look·down | \ ˈlu̇k-ˌdau̇n 
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\Definition of lookdown
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a silvery carangid fish (Selene vomer) chiefly of the Atlantic having a laterally compressed deep body and steeply sloping facial profile
look down
verblooked down; looking down; looks down
Definition of look down (Entry 2 of 2)
1 : to be in a position that affords a downward view
2 : to regard with contempt : despise —used with on or upon
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