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look

 
 
/lʊk/ noun

Definition

SEE [C] when you look at someone or something: [usually singular] Take a look at these pictures. You've got your photos back - can I have a look?
have/take a look when you try to find something: I've had a look in the drawer but I can't find your passport.
FACE [C] an expression on someone's face: She had a worried look about her. She gave me a questioning look.
FASHION [no plural] a style or fashion: thenew look for the summer
the look of sb/sth the appearance of someone or something: I like the look of that new music programme they're advertising.
sb's looks a person's appearance, especially how attractive they are → See also good looks
(Definition of look noun from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

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