English · Common Verbs

look

/lʊk/

[/lʊk/]

direct the eyes

Beginnerverb

Definition

To direct your eyes toward something in order to see it, or to appear a certain way. Unlike 'see', it involves intention.

Example

Look at those beautiful birds gathering on the wire across the street.

Look at those beautiful birds gathering on the wire across the street.

Etymology

From Old English 'locian' (to look, behold), from a Germanic root.

How & Where It’s Used

A core everyday verb for directed sight and appearance.

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