Meaning of the word "overlook the water" in English

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overlook the water

US /ˌoʊ.vɚˈlʊk ðə ˈwɑː.t̬ɚ/
UK /ˌəʊ.vəˈlʊk ðə ˈwɔː.tər/
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Phrase

to have a view of a body of water from a higher position

Example:
Our hotel room has a balcony that overlooks the water.
The restaurant is situated on a cliff to overlook the water.