Definition of "look through" in English

Verb

1. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see look,‎ through.

   • He looked through the binoculars at the bird.

2. To take a view of the contents of; search in, either with the eyes or by hand.

   • I looked through the magazine, but it didn't seem very interesting.
   • Airport security looked through her purse and confiscated her nail scissors.

3. To penetrate with the understanding; to see through.

4. To appear or pretend not to see something or someone who is clearly visible.

   • I tried to get Michele's attention at the party, but she looked right through me!