Overlook Definition
overlook
- noun
- a high place affording a good view
- verb
- look past, fail to notice
- be oriented in a certain direction; "The house looks out on a tennis court"; "The apartment overlooks the Hudson"
- leave undone or leave out; "How could I miss that typo?"; "The workers on the conveyor belt miss one out of ten"
- look down on; "The villa dominates the town"
- watch over; "I am overlooking her work"
"Overlook" in song lyrics
See how overlook is used in real songs:
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"To every word I jot in this book, I pray the FBI's overlook"
Cilvaringz f/ Dorona Alberti *, Killah Priest, Masta Killa, — In the Name of Allah -
"A new crook, a new image to overlook"
Dom PaChino (P.R. Terrorist) f/ Chi Chi — Time's Calling -
"Cousin - I put my hand on the good book, and overlook"
Freddie Foxxx f/ M.O.P. — The Mastas
Words that rhyme with overlook
Usage tips for "overlook"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "overlook" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for overlook to find words that pair well.