noun

peeper

PEE-puh

Peeper (noun) means informal word for an eye. Example: “Get some sleep — those peepers look tired.”

noun

Informal word for an eye.

"Get some sleep — those peepers look tired."

Someone who secretly watches others, especially through windows.

"Neighbors reported a peeper looking through windows at night."

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 notes

In 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.

Word forms

peepers plural

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Etymology

Formed from "peep" plus the agent suffix "-er."

Synonyms

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Rhymes for peeper

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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.

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