Meaning of LOOKOUT
| Pronunciation: | | 'lûk`awt
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- [n] the act of looking out
- [n] a structure commanding a wide view of its surroundings
- [n] an elevated post affording a wide view
- [n] a person employed to watch for something to happen
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| | Synonyms: | | lookout man, lookout station, observation post, observation tower, observatory, outlook, picket, scout, sentinel, sentry, spotter, watch |
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| | See Also: | | construction, look, looking, looking at, meteorological observation post, observation dome, post, security guard, station, structure, watcher, watchman, weather station, widow's walk | |
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| Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \Look"out`\, n.
1. A careful looking or watching for any object or event.
2. The place from which such observation is made.
3. A person engaged in watching.
4. Object or duty of forethought and care; responsibility.
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