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/lʊk/verb
Early ChildhoodNot in standard dictionaries
1

As an intransitive verb, often with "at".

2

As a transitive verb, often in the imperative; chiefly takes relative clause as direct object.

3

To appear, to seem.

4

To give an appearance of being.

5

To search for, to try to find.

6

To face or present a view.

7

To expect or anticipate.

8

To express or manifest by a look.

9

To make sure of, to see to.

10

To show oneself in looking.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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