peekaboo
1 synonym for peekaboo, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A game played with young children where someone hides their face and then suddenly reveals it.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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bopeep
How to use peekaboo
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
play peekaboo
peekaboo cutout
Etymology
A playful combination of "peek" and "boo," the exclamation used when revealing your face.
Full origin of peekaboo →Frequently asked questions
What does “peekaboo” mean?
The word “peekaboo” means a game played with young children where someone hides their face and then suddenly reveals it. In plain terms, a baby game of hiding and revealing your face, or (as an adjective) something with partial, revealing gaps.
How do you pronounce “peekaboo”?
“Peekaboo” is pronounced PEE-kuh-boo (/ˈpikəbu/ in IPA).
How do you use “peekaboo” in a sentence?
Here is “peekaboo” used in a sentence: “The baby giggled every time her dad played peekaboo.”
What part of speech is “peekaboo”?
Depending on how it is used, “peekaboo” can be a noun and an adjective.
How many meanings does “peekaboo” have?
“Peekaboo” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a game played with young children where someone hides their face and then suddenly reveals it.
