English · Word Candidate

peek

/piːk/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: peeks · peeking · peeked

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Meaning · English

To look slyly, or with the eyes half closed, or through a crevice; to peep.

VerbRegister: informal

Close your eyes, and no peeking!

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

To be only slightly, partially visible, as if peering out from a hiding place.

VerbRegister: informal

A pale strip of white skin peeked out from under his waistband.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

A quick glance or look.

NounRegister: informal

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

What does “peek” mean?

To look slyly, or with the eyes half closed, or through a crevice; to peep.

Is “peek” formal or informal?

peek is generally informal.