peer2
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- pronunciation:
- pir
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Homophone Note
| part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
| inflections: |
peers, peering, peered |
| definition 1: |
to look closely, searchingly, or with difficulty.
The passengers peered anxiously into the thick fog.He peered at her, hoping for any sign that she recognized him.- synonyms:
- gaze, stare
- similar words:
- gawk, peep, pry, search, squint
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| definition 2: |
to appear to a slight degree; peep.
The moon peered through the thick branches.- synonyms:
- peek, peep
- similar words:
- appear, emerge
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| related words: |
gaze, look, stare |
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| derivation: |
peeringly (adv.) |
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pier (a structure for docking boats)?
Peer and
pier sound alike but have different meanings.