n. 1. The act of observing or keeping watch. 2. A high place or structure commanding a wide view, used for observation. 3. One who keeps watch. 4. South Atlantic US Outlook; view. 5. An object of concern or worry: "They were out of money. Of course it was her lookout to earn some" (Shirley Abbott). |
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