LOOK AFTER
If you look after somebody or something, you do whatever is needed to keep them healthy and well, or in good condition.
Examples of use:
- Eric looks after his family very well.
- Look after your new shoes.
- Can you look after your sister while I'm busy with the housework, please?
- Look after yourself while I'm away. Take care of has the same meaning.
| infinitive | look after |
| present simple | look after and looks after |
| -ing form | looking after |
| past simple | looked after |
| past participle | looked after |