Definition of Peek
Peek
peek


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to look briefly at something, especially in a furtive or secretive way and often from a relatively hidden place;

e.g. Children often try to peek at their Christmas presents.

(verb)
to protrude slightly from an enclosed or concealed place so as to be just barely visible;

e.g. The hole in her glove allows her finger to peek out. He bent to peek through the keyhole into the room.

(noun)
a glance, a brief or furtive look at something;

e.g. She took a peek at the following pages of the book to see what they contained.



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