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Rareleer
The correct spelling is leer.
How to pronounce leer
/lɪə/
nounIPA: /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.A significant side glance; a glance expressive of some passion, as malignity, amorousness, etc.; a sly or lecherous look.
- 2.An arch or affected glance or cast of countenance.
- 3.The cheek.
- 4.The face.
- 5.One's appearance; countenance.
verb
- 1.To look sideways or obliquely; now especially with sexual desire or malicious intent.
- 2.To entice with a leer or leers.
- 3.To teach.
- 4.To learn.
adjective
- 1.Empty; unoccupied; clear.
- 2.Destitute; lacking; wanting.
- 3.Faint from lack of food; hungry.
- 4.Thin; faint.
- 5.Having no load or burden; free; without a rider.
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