see about
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To take care of; to attend to; to check up on.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
I'll see about that when the time comes.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To inform oneself about; to come to know of; to look for.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To contact (someone); to meet (someone) and talk to them about.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “see about” mean?
To take care of; to attend to; to check up on.
Is “see about” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.