Meaning of the word "look up" in English

What does "look up" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

look up

US /lʊk ˈʌp/

UK /lʊk ˈʌp/

to search for information, especially in a reference book or on a computer

Example:

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I need to look up the meaning of this word in the dictionary.

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You can look up his address online.

Synonym:

research consult find retrieve check

to improve or get better

Example:

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Things are finally starting to look up for us.

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His health has really looked up since he started exercising.

Synonym:

improve get better progress flourish prosper

to visit someone, especially after a long time or when you are in their area

Example:

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I'll look you up next time I'm in town.

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He promised to look up his old college friends.

Synonym:

visit call on seek out track down

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