leer
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1leer

intransitive verb \ˈlir\

Definition of LEER

: to cast a sidelong glance; especially : to give a leer
leer·ing·ly \-iŋ-lē\ adverb

Examples of LEER

  1. She complained that some disgusting man was leering at her.
  2. He gave her a leering look.

Origin of LEER

probably from obsolete leer cheek
First Known Use: 1530

2leer

noun

Definition of LEER

: a lascivious, knowing, or wanton look

First Known Use of LEER

1598

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