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leer

2 entries found.
  1. 1leer (intransitive verb)
  2. 2leer (noun)

Main Entry:
1leer Listen to the pronunciation of 1leer
Pronunciation:
\ˈlir\
Function:
intransitive verb
Etymology:
probably from obsolete leer cheek
Date:
1530
: to cast a sidelong glance ; especially : to give a leer
— leer·ing·ly Listen to the pronunciation of leeringly \-iŋ-lē\ adverb
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