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Definition look out for in British English

look out for phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to look carefully at people or things around you in order to try to find a particular person or thing

Example

We were told to look out for a blue van.

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2

to take care of someone and make sure that they are treated well

Example

I'm the oldest, and I always look out for my younger sisters.

Definition look out for in British English