look

A1
Pronunciation
/ˈlu̇k/
Noun
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

to show a tendency

Example Sentences
  • the evidence looks to acquittal
2 Definition

the act of looking

3 Definition

glance

4 Definition

the expression of the countenance

5 Definition

physical appearance

6 Definition

a combination of design features giving a unified appearance

Example Sentences
  • a new look in women's fashions
7 Definition

the state or form in which something appears

Verb
15 definition(s)
1 Definition

to make sure or take care (that something is done)

Example Sentences
  • "… Look that you mar it not, or woe upon your lives. …"—William Dean Howells
2 Definition

to ascertain by the use of one's eyes

Example Sentences
  • look what I brought you
3 Definition

to exercise the power of vision upon : examine

4 Definition

archaic : to search for

5 Definition

expect, anticipate

Example Sentences
  • we look to have a good year
6 Definition

to have in mind as an end

Example Sentences
  • looking to win back some lost profits
7 Definition

archaic : to bring into a place or condition by the exercise of the power of vision

8 Definition

to express by the eyes or facial expression

Example Sentences
  • The friar looked his surprise.—Robert Brennan
9 Definition

to have an appearance that befits or accords with

Example Sentences
  • looks her age
10 Definition

to exercise the power of vision : see

11 Definition

to direct one's attention

Example Sentences
  • look at the map
12 Definition

to direct the eyes

Example Sentences
  • looked up from the newspaper
13 Definition

to have the appearance or likelihood of being : seem

Example Sentences
  • looks to be hard work
14 Definition

to have a specified outlook

Example Sentences
  • the house looked east
15 Definition

to gaze in wonder or surprise : stare