Was heißt overlook? Was heißt overlook? To look over or at from a higher place.To rise above, especially so as to afford a view over: The tower overlooks the sea. To fail to notice or consider; miss. To ignore deliberately or indulgently; disregard.To look over; examine.To watch over; oversee. See Synonyms at supervise.An elevated place that affords an extensive view: a scenic overlook.