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view

Syllabification: (view)
Pronunciation: /vyo͞o/
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Definition of view

noun

  • 1the ability to see something or to be seen from a particular place:the end of the tunnel came into view they stood on the bar to get a better view
  • a sight or prospect, typically of attractive natural scenery, that can be taken in by the eye from a particular place:a fine view of the castle
  • a work of art depicting an attractive view.
  • the visual appearance or an image of something when looked at in a particular way:an aerial view of the military earthworks
  • an inspection of things for sale by prospective purchasers, especially of works of art at an exhibition.
  • Law (in court proceedings) a formal inspection by the judge and jury of the scene of a crime or property mentioned in evidence.
  • 2a particular way of considering or regarding something; an attitude or opinion:strong political views

verb

  • 1 [with object] look at or inspect (something):the public can view the famous hall with its unique staircase
  • watch (something) on television.
  • Hunting see (a fox) break cover.
  • 2 [with object] regard in a particular light or with a particular attitude:farmers are viewing the rise in rabbit numbers with concern

Phrases

in full view

clearly visible.

in view

visible to someone:the youth was keeping him in view
as one’s aim or objective:his arrest is the principal object I have in view
in one’s mind when forming a judgment:it is important to have in view the position reached at the beginning of the 1970s

in view of

because or as a result of.

on view

(especially of a work of art) being shown or exhibited to the public.

with a view to

with the hope, aim, or intention of.

Derivatives

viewable

adjective

Origin:

Middle English: from Anglo-Norman French vieue, feminine past participle of veoir 'see', from Latin videre. The verb dates from the early 16th century

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