noun
peeper
PEE-puh
Peeper (noun) means informal word for an eye. Example: “Get some sleep — those peepers look tired.”
noun
1
Informal word for an eye.
"Get some sleep — those peepers look tired."
2
Someone who secretly watches others, especially through windows.
"Neighbors reported a peeper looking through windows at night."
3
A small frog or similar creature known for its high-pitched call.
"You could hear the spring peepers calling from the pond at dusk."
How to use peeper
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishInformally, an eye; more seriously, someone who spies on others, or a small chirping frog.
When to use it
The "eye" sense is casual slang.
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Word forms
- Plural
- peepers
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Get some sleep — those _____ look tired.
Etymology
Formed from "peep" plus the agent suffix "-er."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for peeper
leper
keeper
beeper
sweeper
sleeper
creeper
steeper
beekeeper
innkeeper
zookeeper
goalkeeper
shopkeeper
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Frequently asked questions
What does “peeper” mean?
The word “peeper” means informal word for an eye. In plain terms, informally, an eye; more seriously, someone who spies on others, or a small chirping frog.
How do you pronounce “peeper”?
“Peeper” is pronounced PEE-puh (/ˈpipɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “peeper” in a sentence?
Here is “peeper” used in a sentence: “Get some sleep — those peepers look tired.”
What part of speech is “peeper”?
“Peeper” is a noun.
How many meanings does “peeper” have?
“Peeper” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informal word for an eye.
