"lookswise" meaning in All languages combined

See lookswise on Wiktionary

Adverb [English]

Etymology: From looks + -wise. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|looks|wise}} looks + -wise Head templates: {{en-adv|-}} lookswise (not comparable)
  1. In a manner that pertains to looks or appearance. Tags: not-comparable
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