Consult a reference (search engine, dictionary, etc.) for a specific piece of information.
Meanings
- Consult a reference (search engine, dictionary, etc.) for a specific piece of information. (separable [optional], International English)
- Improve (intransitive, International English)
- Find, trace an old friend (separable [optional], International English)
Examples
- The police were LOOKING UP a tip from an informer.
- We must LOOK UP this information immediately.
- The committee decided to LOOK UP the recommendation.