Pronunciation

/piːp/

Definitions

• Noun: 1. A quick, furtive glance or look; a peep. For example: “She took a quick peep through the keyhole.”
  • Verb: 2. To take a brief look, especially secretly or shyly. For example: “The children were peeping at the birthday presents under the tree.”
  • Verb: 3. (informal) To listen secretly or eavesdrop. For example: “I heard her peeping through the door.”
  • Verb: 4. (British, informal) To start or engage in an activity. For example: “Let’s peep at some old photos.”

Phrases

• “Peep through the window” means to look secretly through a small opening.
• “Peep show” refers to a display or exhibition of private images or scenes.
• “Peeping Tom” is a slang term for someone who looks at others inappropriately or invades their privacy.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She couldn’t resist taking a peep at her neighbor’s new car.”
• Verb: “The children were peeping at the birds in the garden.”
• Verb: “He caught the boy peeping at his homework.”

Synonyms

• Glimpse
• Snoop
• Sniff
• Peer
• Glance

Antonyms

• Stare
• Observe openly
• Peek (another verb form with similar meaning)