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to peep
01
to look quickly and secretly
Intransitive: to peep somewhere
Example
The cat is peeping through the bushes, watching the birds.
She peeps at her phone to read messages discreetly.
Right now, I am peeping around the corner to see what 's happening.
02
to emerge into view momentarily or partially
Intransitive
Example
The shy rabbit peeped cautiously from its burrow before darting back inside.
The child peeped over the edge of the table, trying to catch a glimpse of the birthday cake.
As the sun rose, the tops of the mountains began to peep above the horizon.
03
to make a short, high-pitched sound, like a small bird or a young child
Intransitive
Example
The chicks peeped softly in their nest.
The baby peeped with delight when she saw the colorful toy.
The alarm clock peeped, signaling the start of the day.
04
to speak in a hesitant or secretive manner
Intransitive: to peep to sb
Example
The shy student peeped her question to the teacher after class.
The child peeped to her mother, asking for a bedtime story.
Huddled in the tent, they peeped to each other about their plans for the night.
05
to cause something to emerge into view momentarily or partially
Transitive: to peep sth somewhere
Example
The squirrel peeped its head from the hollow of the tree, scanning the surroundings for any danger.
The photographer peeped the camera lens over the edge of the cliff to capture the breathtaking view.
The curious child peeped the tip of her finger through the crack in the door to see what was happening.
Example
The cat is peeping through the bushes, watching the birds.
She peeps at her phone to read messages discreetly.
Right now, I am peeping around the corner to see what's happening.
Last night, I peeped through the keyhole to check if the room was occupied.
I often peep through the curtains to check who is outside.
