1. (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Look.

2. (a.) Having a certain look or appearance; -- often compounded with adjectives; as, good-looking, grand-looking, etc.

3. (n.) The act of one who looks; a glance.

4. (n.) The manner in which one looks; appearance; countenance; face.

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