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Definition peek in British English

peek verb

[intransitive] verb
/piːk/
1

to look at something quickly, especially secretly or from behind something

Example

He peeked carefully from behind the door.

Example

He peeked into the room.

Synonyms and related words
glance dart peep
2

to appear slightly from behind or under something

Example

Strands of red hair peeked from under her hat.

Example

The sun peeked out from behind the clouds.

Synonyms and related words
emerge pop up spring up
Definition peek in British English