look-see

[look-see]

noun

Informal.

1. a visual inspection or survey; look; examination.

   have a look-see.

look-see

noun

1. informal,  a brief inspection or look

Word History and Origins

Origin of look-see¹

First recorded in 1880–85

Example Sentences

Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks is also likely to join, and Rep. Jamie Raskin, who has a substantial national profile, will also give it a look-see.

From Slate

I’ve noticed lots of customers ordering only appetizers there before a look-see upstairs.

From Washington Post

Then he added that he would, of course, give her nomination a sincere look-see.

From Washington Post

This would refer him to the Justice Department for possible criminal charges, and Attorney General Merrick Garland has said he’ll give it a look-see.

From Slate

Hosoda’s “Mirai” was an Oscar nominee, and this one will get an awards look-see.

From Los Angeles Times

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