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Meaning of looking
The primary meaning of the word "looking" is to direct one's eyes in order to see.
Etymology of looking
The word "looking" originates from the Old English word "lōcian", which is derived from "lōc", meaning "eye" or "sight"
The word has been in use since the 9th century and has evolved to encompass various meanings related to the act of seeing or directing one's eyes
Synonyms
watching
observing
gazing
staring
peering
scanning
searching
seeking
viewing
beholding
contemplating
regarding
inspecting
examining
scrutinizing
surveying
exploring
probing
investigating
spotting
noticing
perceiving
discerning
distinguishing
recognizing
eyeing
ogling
leering
glancing
peeking
snooping
prying
spying
glimpsing
catching
sighting
beholding
Definitions
- To direct one's eyes in order to see
- * To seem or appear to be
- * To search or seek something
Usage Examples
- She spent hours looking at the stars in the night sky
- * He was looking for a new job, but hadn't found anything yet
- * The tourists were looking around, trying to get their bearings
Antonyms
ignoring
disregarding
neglecting
overlooking
dismissing
rejecting
shutting
closing
avoiding
evading
hiding
concealing
covering
blocking
obstructing
turning away
looking away
averting
shunning
spurning
rejecting