Glance on Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Brief Action Used for actions that are done quickly, without spending much time on them. She glanced on the clock before rushing out. Pro Tip 2/3Casual Observation Implies a casual or non-thorough observation of something. During the walk, he glanced on the shop windows. Pro Tip 3/3Subtle Check Often done discreetly to check something or someone without being obvious. In the meeting, Lisa glanced on her notes.