Phrase guide

on the lookout

prep_phrase · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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prep_phrase

Meaning 1

Constantly alert, intent on finding something or someone.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • I'm on the lookout for a good example of a Roman dinar from the 1st century. Let me know if you hear of one anywhere.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: on the outlook

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

10 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • French: à l'affût — intent on finding something
  • Italian: stare in guardia — intent on finding something
  • Māori: matakana — intent on finding something
  • Polish: na czatach — intent on finding something
  • Portuguese: de olho — intent on finding something
  • Spanish: ojo avizor — intent on finding something
  • Spanish: andar a la mira — intent on finding something
  • Spanish: estar a la vista — intent on finding something
  • Turkish: arayışında — intent on finding something
  • Turkish: peşinde — intent on finding something