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look after

The correct spelling is look after.

How to pronounce look after

verb

Say it like: Loo-k a-fte-r

The correct spelling is look after. To follow with the eyes; to look in the direction of (someone or something departing). For example: "He asked me to look after his daughter while he was away."

Usage Examples

He asked me to look after his daughter while he was away.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To follow with the eyes; to look in the direction of (someone or something departing).
  2. 2.To seek out, to look for.
  3. 3.To expect, look forward to.
  4. 4.To care for; to keep safe.
  5. 5.To have as one's business; to manage, be responsible for.

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