view

Definition

  • noun: an opinion or way of thinking about something
  • noun: extent or range of vision
  • verb: to look at (something) carefully
  • verb: to look at attentively
  • used to say that something can or cannot be seen
  • synonyms: scrutinize, sight, anschauung

Examples

  • ('informal') I understand where you're 'coming from'. [=I understand why you feel or think the way you do; I understand your point of view]

  • They have reorganized the department 'with a view to' making it more efficient. [=in order to make it more efficient]

  • I asked for a room with a 'view'. [=a room that allows you to see a beautiful or interesting scene from your window]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) a.m. Tomorrow. a.m. Tomorrow. Santa's coming to town. Yes. Can you sign this for me? Ohh! Hi. Are you enjoying the view? You are very good at decorating that tree. Why are you messing with me? Did krumpet put you up to this? I'm not messing with you. (..)
    2003 Elf