noun
peeking
PEE-kihng
Peeking (noun) means the act of looking quickly or secretly. Example: “No peeking until the surprise is ready!”
noun
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The act of looking quickly or secretly.
"No peeking until the surprise is ready!"
How to use peeking
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe -ing form of "peek," referring to the act of sneaking a look.
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Word forms
- Plural
- peekings
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Rhymes for peeking
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What does “peeking” mean?
The word “peeking” means the act of looking quickly or secretly. In plain terms, the -ing form of "peek," referring to the act of sneaking a look.
How do you pronounce “peeking”?
“Peeking” is pronounced PEE-kihng (/ˈpiːkɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “peeking” in a sentence?
Here is “peeking” used in a sentence: “No peeking until the surprise is ready!”
What part of speech is “peeking”?
“Peeking” is a noun.
