overlook

English

/ˈəʊvə.lʊk/, /ˈoʊvəɹ.lʊk/, /əʊvəˈlʊk/, /oʊvəɹˈlʊk/

noun
Definitions
  • A vista or point that gives a beautiful view.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English overloken prefix from English look.

Origin

English

look

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