look
UK[lʊk]US[lʊk]
v
To direct your eyes in a particular direction.
v
To seem or appear to be.
n
An act of looking at someone or something.
n
The appearance of someone or something.
Etymology
The verb 'look' originates from the Old English verb 'lōcian', meaning "to see, gaze, or observe." This Old English term is believed to be of West Germanic origin, related to Dutch 'loeken' and German dialect 'lugen'. The core semantic thread from its ancient roots to its modern usage is the act of directing one's visual attention. Over time, its meaning expanded metaphorically to include the concept of appearing or seeming a certain way, linking the external act of observation to the impression one gives to an observer.
Analysis
The word 'look' is a simplex word of Old English origin. It functions as a single, indivisible lexical unit.
Examples
She looked out the window at the rain.
That cake looks delicious.
Can I have a look at your photos?