Definition of lookdown
: a silvery carangid fish (Selene vomer) chiefly of the Atlantic having a laterally compressed deep body and steeply sloping facial profile
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First Known Use of lookdown
circa 1882
look down
Definition of look down
1
: to be in a position that affords a downward view
2
: to regard with contempt : despise
—used with on or upon
First Known Use of look down
14th century
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