lookout

• Substantiv, das eine Person bezeichnet, die angestellt ist, um ein erwartetes Ereignis zu beobachten, einen erhöhten Posten oder ein Bauwerk, das einen weiten Ausblick bietet, oder den Vorgang des Beobachtens selbst.

A noun referring to a person employed to keep watch for an anticipated event, an elevated post or structure affording a wide view, or the act of looking out.

1. Person keeping watchB1formal

   A person who is employed or assigned to watch for something, such as danger or an expected event.

   Ausguck

   • The lookout spotted the enemy ship from the crow's nest.
   • We posted a lookout at the entrance to warn us of any approaching vehicles.
   • The thieves had a lookout stationed outside the bank.

   Synonymeguardobserverpicketsentinelsentryspotterwatchman

2. Elevated observation postB1formal

   A high place that provides a wide view of the surrounding area, used for watching or guarding.

   Aussichtspunkt

   • The fire lookout on the mountain offers a panoramic view of the forest.
   • Soldiers built a lookout on the hill to monitor the valley below.
   • From the lookout, you can see the entire coastline.

   Synonymebelvedereobservation postoutlookvantage pointviewpointwatchtower

3. Observation structureB1formal

   A structure, such as a tower or platform, designed to provide a wide view of its surroundings.

   Aussichtsturm

   • The park has a wooden lookout that tourists can climb for a better view.
   • The old stone lookout has been a landmark for decades.
   • They built a new lookout at the edge of the canyon.

   Synonymeobservation postobservation toweroverlookvantage pointwatchtower

4. Act of watchingB2formal

   The action or activity of keeping watch or being alert for something.

   Beobachtung

   • The guard was on the lookout for any suspicious activity.
   • Keep a sharp lookout for deer crossing the road.
   • The hikers maintained a constant lookout for trail markers.

   Synonymealertnessguardmonitoringobservationsurveillancevigilwatchwatchfulness