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peeping

The correct spelling is peeping.

How to pronounce peeping

verb

IPA: /ˈpiːpɪŋ/

Say it like: Pee-pin-g

The correct spelling is peeping. To make a soft, shrill noise like a baby bird. For example: "The man peeped through the small hole."

Usage Examples

The man peeped through the small hole.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To make a soft, shrill noise like a baby bird.
  2. 2.To speak briefly with a quiet voice.
  3. 3.To look, especially through a narrow opening, or while trying not to be seen or noticed.
  4. 4.To begin to appear; to look forth from concealment; to make the first appearance.

noun

  1. 1.The action of the verb to peep.

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