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espy

The correct spelling is espy.

How to pronounce espy

/ɪˈspaɪ/
verb

IPA: /ɪˈspaɪ/

Say it like: Esp-ee

The correct spelling is espy. To catch sight of; to see; to spot (said especially of something not easy to see) For example: "to espy a man in a crowd"

Usage Examples

to espy a man in a crowd

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To catch sight of; to see; to spot (said especially of something not easy to see)
  2. 2.To examine and keep watch upon; to watch; to observe.
  3. 3.To look or search narrowly; to look about; to watch; to take notice; to spy.

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