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prying

The correct spelling is prying.

How to pronounce prying

verb

IPA: /ˈpɹaɪ.ɪŋ/

Say it like: Peei-ng

The correct spelling is prying. To look where one is not welcome; to be nosy.

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Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To look where one is not welcome; to be nosy.
  2. 2.To keep asking about something that does not concern one.
  3. 3.To look closely and curiously at (something closed or not public).
  4. 4.To use leverage to open or widen.

noun

  1. 1.The act of one who pries.

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