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British pronunciation
/pˈiːp/

Definition & Meaning of "peep"

to peep
01

to look quickly and secretly

Intransitive: to peep somewhere
to peep definition and meaning
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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

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As the sun rose, the tops of the mountains began to peep above the horizon.
The first signs of spring began to peep through the thawing snow.
03

to make a short, high-pitched sound, like a small bird or a young child

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The chicks peeped softly in their nest.
As she walked through the forest, she heard the leaves rustle and birds peep.
04

to speak in a hesitant or secretive manner

Intransitive: to peep to sb
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She peeped to her friend across the library, not wanting to disturb others.
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
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The curious child peeped the tip of her finger through the crack in the door to see what was happening.
The cat peeped its paw under the door, trying to reach the toy on the other side.
Peep
01

a secret look

02

the short weak cry of a young bird

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