Meaning of looky-loo | Babel Free

Definitions

1. One who looks or stares; a gawker; a nosy or overly inquisitive person.
   informal
2. A look at something; a glance; an opportunity to look around.
   informal
3. A person who comes into a store and looks around but doesn't buy anything.
   slang

Examples

“After the accident, I had to shoo away a bunch of looky-loos.”

“I looked away and cursed under my breath, waving angrily at some looky-loos who are slowing down and craning their necks to see their quota of other people's misery for the day.”

“Victor: "Yeah. So what. I'm just another looky-loo."”

“I brought the inspector in for a looky-loo.”

“As I walked by, I couldn't help but take a looky-loo.”

“I was busy all day, but barely made any commissions because I spent all my time with a couple looky-loos.”

“This place isn't for looky loos. If you're not buying, get out!”

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