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Leer Very Common

Leer has 9 different meanings across 2 categories:

Noun · Verb

Definitions
Noun
1

a facial expression of contempt or scorn; the upper lip curls

2

a suggestive or sneering look or grin

3

A significant side glance; a glance expressive of some passion, as malignity, amorousness, etc.; a sly or lecherous look.

4

The cheek.

5

Alternative form of lehr

Verb
1

look suggestively or obliquely; look or gaze with a sly, immodest, or malign expression

"The men leered at the young women on the beach"

2

To look sideways or obliquely; now especially with sexual desire or malicious intent.

3

To teach.