lookout

noun

ˈlu̇k-ˌau̇t How to pronounce lookout (audio)
Definition of lookoutnext
1
as in overlook
a high place or structure from which a wide view is possible we went up to the lookout on the top of the hill to watch the fireworks

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2
as in view
all that can be seen from a certain point we were struck by the amazing beauty of the lookout from the top of the tower

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3
as in guard
a person or group that watches over someone or something make sure to post a lookout so that no one can sneak up on us

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4
as in watch
an act or period of watching for signs of activity, danger, or opportunity one of the robbers kept a lookout for the police

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Recent Examples of lookout This New Jersey home, atop a lookout spot Washington used to spy on British troops during the American Revolution, was recently listed for the fitting price. — Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 17 July 2026 For now, the lookout volunteers use a map, compass and familiarity with landmarks to pinpoint the location for initial attack crews. — Susan Montoya Bryan, Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026 While sales across the company have been flat in recent years, Weidner has been on the lookout to acquire struggling breweries that would dovetail with his expanding operation. — Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026 The Grumeti Fund operates 12 of these rustic lookout posts, open-air cabins about seven feet wide and deep, on top of the many hills rising above the plains. — Elizabeth Cantrell, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for lookout
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lookout
  1. overlook
  2. view
  3. guard
  4. watch
  5. observatory
  6. custodian
  7. tower
  8. guardian
Noun
  • Accommodations on the backside of the building boast unobstructed views of Monterey Bay, and the rest overlook bustling Cannery Row.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
  • Stops Along the Route The route has blufftop overlooks, historic bridges, sculpture gardens and river access points spread across 250 miles, and pulling over often is a big part of the road trip strategy here.
    — Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 29 July 2026
Definition of overlook
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  • Gallup each year polls Americans about their views on the Supreme Court in July, after the end of the court's term, and in September, weeks before the court resumes hearing cases in October.
    — Dan Mangan, CNBC, 28 July 2026
  • This special charge balances with the sleekness of its waterside view and location—all that makes for a one-of-a-kind Brooklyn base.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026
Definition of view
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  • Spanish civil guard ships continued searching for bodies in the waters near the stretch of urban beach that tens of thousand of migrants had breached days earlier.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The Sparks reportedly agreed to trade All-Star guard Kelsey Plum to the Phoenix Mercury on Saturday night, ending a brief stint in Los Angeles as the franchise continues its rebuild ahead of the WNBA trade deadline.
    — Marisa Ingemi, Los Angeles Times, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of guard
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  • That is why millions of people now sleep with a ring, a watch or a smart bassinet nearby, quietly collecting sleep data all night long.
    — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 July 2026
  • For those who equate sport watches with rubber straps, the Hermès Cut is a nice entry point.
    — Daisy Shaw-Ellis, Vogue, 31 July 2026
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  • Public campgrounds and astronomy events at local observatories may fill quickly around peak Perseid night.
    — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 19 July 2026
  • Whether for people, wildlife or astronomical observatories, the beam from this single test satellite is far from innocuous.
    — Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 16 July 2026
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  • This is not merely a profound failure of leadership, but an abdication of FIFA’s duty as the custodian of world football.
    — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 30 July 2026
  • While custodians often calculate RMDs, taxpayers should verify these amounts, as errors can still lead to IRS penalties.
    — Bob Carlson, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of custodian
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  • Once built, the 33-story tower will stand 380 feet and include 304 market rate apartments and 217 reserved for affordable housing.
    — Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 1 Aug. 2026
  • This brought the center of gravity downward, negating the effects of wind shear, as did the round cross-section of the tower.
    — David Szondy August 01, New Atlas, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of tower
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  • The collapse of the Quebec Bridge in 1907, which killed 75 ironworkers due to a calculation error and engineering inexperience, helped establish the professional engineer as a guardian of public safety.
    — Heather Wishart-Smith, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
  • Parents, guardians, grandparents and others can also contribute up to $5,000 per child per year.
    — Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 27 July 2026
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