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look-see

noun · verb · 4 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A brief examination, a peek or glance.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal

Examples

  • I’ve had a look-see at your work, and I think you’ve done a pretty good job of things.
  • I'll just take a look-see at the problem and come right back, then we can go to lunch.
  • He gave me a quick look-see at what they're working on.

Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

A person who serves as lookout or scout.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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3

noun

Meaning 3

An audition attended by an actor or model so that they can be visually appraised.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: go-see

Antonyms: none provided

4

verb

Meaning 4

To make a quick inspection, especially as a lookout or scout.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: intransitive, transitive

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History

Etymology

Borrowed from Chinese Pidgin English look-see.