Peep: meaning, definitions and examples

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peep

[ piːp ]

^{Context #1}

sound

A quick and quiet look or glance

Synonyms

glance, glimpse, peek

Examples of usage

She took a peep at the exam paper before starting.
He had a peep through the keyhole to see who was at the door.

^{Context #2}

informal

A person's friends or acquaintances

Synonyms

buddies, friends, pals

Examples of usage

I'm meeting up with a few of my peeps later.
She's one of my best peeps.

^{Context #3}

informal

To look quickly or furtively

Synonyms

glance, glimpse, peek

Examples of usage

He peeped out of the window to see if the rain had stopped.
She peeped around the corner to see if he was there.

Translations

Translations of the word "peep" in other languages:

🇵🇹 espiar

🇮🇳 झाँकना

🇩🇪 spähen

🇮🇩 mengintip

🇺🇦 підглядати

🇵🇱 podglądać

🇯🇵 覗く (のぞく)

🇫🇷 épier

🇪🇸 espiar

🇹🇷 gizlice bakmak

🇰🇷 엿보다

🇸🇦 يتجسس

🇨🇿 špehovat

🇸🇰 špehovať

🇨🇳 偷看 (tōu kàn)

🇸🇮 vohuniti

🇮🇸 kíkja

🇰🇿 қарап тұру

🇬🇪 თვალთვალი

🇦🇿 gizli baxmaq

🇲🇽 espiar

Word origin

The word 'peep' originated in Middle English, derived from the Old English word 'pīpian', meaning 'to pipe, chirp'. Over time, the meaning evolved to include a quick look or glance. In modern usage, 'peep' is commonly used informally to refer to friends or acquaintances as well. The versatility of this word has made it popular in various contexts.