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lookup

Pronunciation: [ˈlʌkˌʌp]

Word

Learn how to use lookup in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “information”

(noun) a search for information in a reference source, like a dictionary or database. If you have a question and you need to find the answer, you can do a lookup.

Example

I did a quick lookup in the dictionary to find out what the word means.

Example

I forgot to do the lookup before the meeting, so I didn't have the information I needed.

Example

Can you help me with a lookup for the phone number?

Context: “information”

(verb) to search for information or to check something. When you want to find out more about a topic, you can lookup the details online or in a book.

Example

I will lookup the answer to your question as soon as I get home.

Example

He didn't lookup the recipe before cooking, so it didn't turn out well.

Example

Can you lookup the train schedule for me?

How to pronounce lookup

Pronunciation: [ˈlʌkˌʌp]

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