Phrase guide

see about

verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To take care of; to attend to; to check up on.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • I'll see about that when the time comes.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To inform oneself about; to come to know of; to look for.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • We'll see about that!
  • I have to see about a good doctor.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

verb

Meaning 3

To contact (someone); to meet (someone) and talk to them about.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • See your supervisor about the incident!

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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