lookout

UK
/ˈlʊkaʊt/
US
/ˈlʊkaʊt/

Translations

lookoutnoun
lookouts
Pl.
UK
/ˈlʊkaʊt/
US
/ˈlʊkaʊt/
смотровая площадка
We reached the lookout and enjoyed the breathtaking view.
Мы добрались до смотровой площадки и насладились захватывающим видом.
The lookout spotted the approaching ships.
Наблюдатель заметил приближающиеся корабли.
Additional translations
сторожевой пост
наблюдательный пункт
Synonyms
observation point
vantage point
lookoutadjective
UK
/ˈlʊkaʊt/
US
/ˈlʊkˌaʊt/
Used attributively before another noun, e.g. "lookout tower".

Definitions

lookoutnoun
A person who keeps watch for danger or trouble.
The pirates posted a lookout to warn them of approaching ships.
A place from which to keep watch or view the surrounding area.
The hikers reached the lookout and admired the breathtaking view of the valley below.
The act of keeping watch; vigilance.
The security team maintained a constant lookout for any suspicious activity.
Responsibility or concern for one's own affairs or safety.
If you choose to ignore the warnings, that's your lookout.
lookoutadjective
Serving or intended to provide a position for observing possible danger or scenic views.
The firefighters climbed the lookout tower to scan the forest for smoke.