lookout

[ˈlʊk.aʊt]

lookout Definition

• 1. a person or place from which to keep watch or view the surrounding area
• 2. a careful watch for something, especially danger or an opportunity
• 3. a raised structure on a ship from which a lookout keeps watch

Using lookout: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "lookout" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The lookout spotted the enemy ships approaching.

• Example

  We need to keep a lookout for any suspicious activity in the area.

• Example

  The captain stationed a sailor at the lookout to keep watch for land.

lookout Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for lookout

• watchtower
• vigilance
• alertness
• observation point
• vantage point

Antonyms for lookout

• carelessness
• negligence

Phrases with lookout

• keep a lookout

  to remain vigilant and watchful for something

  Example

  Keep a lookout for any signs of trouble while you're out there.

• on the lookout

  actively searching for something or someone

  Example

  The police are on the lookout for the suspect who escaped from prison.

• have a lookout

  to be cautious or wary of something

  Example

  You should have a lookout for scams when shopping online.

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Summary: lookout in Brief

A 'lookout' [ˈlʊk.aʊt] is a person or place used to keep watch or view the surrounding area. It can also refer to a careful watch for danger or opportunity, or a raised structure on a ship for keeping watch. Phrases like 'keep a lookout' and 'on the lookout' denote vigilance and active searching, while 'have a lookout' implies caution.