Peep has 15 different meanings across 2 categories:
Noun
· Verb
Noun
1
the short weak cry of a young bird
"The baby chick let out a tiny peep from inside its nest after hatching."
2
a secret look
"She quickly peeped through the crack in the door to see if anyone was home before sneaking inside."
3
A short, soft, high-pitched sound, as made by a baby bird.
"The artillery officer ordered a peep forward to scout the enemy lines before the main assault began."
4
A quick look or glimpse, especially a furtive one.
5
A spot on a die or domino.
7
A soft marshmallow candy, shaped into a baby animal for Easter celebration.
8
A World War II jeep attached to an armored regiment.
Verb
1
look furtively
"He peeped at the woman through the window"
2
cause to appear
"he peeped his head through the window"
3
make high-pitched sounds
"the birds were chirping in the bushes"
4
speak in a hesitant and high-pitched tone of voice
"She peeped out her opinion about the project, sounding unsure if anyone actually wanted to hear it."
5
appear as though from hiding
"the new moon peeped through the tree tops"
6
To make a soft, shrill noise like a baby bird.
"She peeked out from behind the curtains just long enough to see if anyone was watching her window."
7
To look, especially through a narrow opening, or while trying not to be seen or noticed.
Example Sentences
"He peeped at the woman through the window"
verb
"he peeped his head through the window"
verb
"the birds were chirping in the bushes"
verb
"the new moon peeped through the tree tops"
verb
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