Peeper

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈpiːpÉ™(ɹ)/
• Rhymes: -iːpÉ™(ɹ)

Origin

peep + -er.

Full definition of peeper

Noun

1. (colloquial, chiefly in the plural) The eye.Check out the gorgeous peepers on that guy!
2. Someone who peeps; a spy.
• J. WebsterWho's there? peepers, ... eavesdroppers?
3. An animal, such as some frogs, that have a shrill, high-pitched call.
4. (dated, slang, derogatory) A private detective.
5. (colloquial) A chicken just breaking the shell; a young bird.
6. A peeping tom.

Derived terms

• leaf peeper
• spring peeper