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lookout

[/ˈlʊkaʊt/]
nounpl: lookouts
vigia
1. A person stationed to keep watch and give a warning of danger or approach
The lookout spotted the ship approaching the harbor.
A vigia avistou o navio aproximando-se do porto.
2. A high place or tower from which one can see far
We climbed to the lookout point on top of the mountain.
Subimos até o ponto de observação no topo da montanha.
3. The act of watching carefully; vigilance
Keep a lookout for any suspicious activity.
Fique atento a qualquer atividade suspeita.
4. A person's concern or responsibility; outlook or prospects
That's not my lookout; it's your problem.
Não é meu problema; é responsabilidade sua.
NYC Slang
Keep your eyes peeled
Synonyms
sentinelwatcherobserverwatchmanscoutvantage point

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
vigia
Most common usage across Brazil
General Brazilian
ponto de observação
Used for physical location to watch from
Portugal
sentinela
More formal, especially in military contexts
Portugal
miradouro
Preferred for scenic viewpoint or observation point

Related Idioms & Phrases

be on the lookout for something
keep a lookout
that's your lookout
lookout point
crow's nest (nautical lookout)
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