peep

B2
Pronunciation
/piːp/
/pip/
Noun
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

A quiet sound, particularly one from a baby bird.

2 Definition

A feeble utterance or complaint.

Example Sentences
  • I don't want to hear a peep out of you!
3 Definition

The sound of a steam engine's whistle; typically shrill.

4 Definition

A kind of bird; a sandpiper.

5 Definition

A quick look or glimpse, especially a furtive one.

6 Definition

The first partial appearance of something; a beginning to appear.

Example Sentences
  • the peep of day
7 Definition

A spot on a die or domino.

8 Definition

Person.

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To make a soft, shrill noise like a baby bird.

2 Definition

To speak briefly with a quiet voice.

3 Definition

To look, especially through a narrow opening, or while trying not to be seen or noticed.

Example Sentences
  • The man peeped through the small hole.
4 Definition

To begin to appear; to look forth from concealment; to make the first appearance.