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Definition of: look-out
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k′out′) noun
1. The act of watching or looking out; especially, careful or alert watchfulness.
2. A post of observation; also, the person or the group on watch in or at such a post.
3. One engaged in the U. S. Forest Service to detect fires.
4. One assigned to watch for enemy aircraft, tanks, or troop movements.
5. Prospect; outlook; chances of good or bad to come: a good look–out ahead.
6. Colloq. Concern; care: It's your own look–out.
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