peek

peek · verb

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Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    To look quickly or furtively, especially through a small opening or from a concealed location.

  2. 2.

    (noun) A quick or furtive look.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    peek-a-boo — a game played with young children, involving hiding and revealing one's face
  • •
    sneak peek — an advance or preview look at something
  • •
    take a peek — to have a quick look

Related words

Antonyms: gaze, stare
See also: glance, glimpse, look, peep
Synonyms: glance, glimpse, peep

Etymology

From Middle English piken ("to peer"), possibly of Low German origin. Related to Dutch kijken ("to look").