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leer

The correct spelling is leer.

How to pronounce leer

/lɪə/
noun

IPA: /lɪə/

Say it like: Lee-r

The correct spelling is leer. A significant side glance; a glance expressive of some passion, as malignity, amorousness, etc.; a sly or lecherous look. For example: "a leer stomach"

Usage Examples

a leer stomach

a leer horse

leer words

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A significant side glance; a glance expressive of some passion, as malignity, amorousness, etc.; a sly or lecherous look.
  2. 2.An arch or affected glance or cast of countenance.
  3. 3.The cheek.
  4. 4.The face.
  5. 5.One's appearance; countenance.

verb

  1. 1.To look sideways or obliquely; now especially with sexual desire or malicious intent.
  2. 2.To entice with a leer or leers.
  3. 3.To teach.
  4. 4.To learn.

adjective

  1. 1.Empty; unoccupied; clear.
  2. 2.Destitute; lacking; wanting.
  3. 3.Faint from lack of food; hungry.
  4. 4.Thin; faint.
  5. 5.Having no load or burden; free; without a rider.

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