Definition of leer
intransitive verb
: to cast a sidelong glance; especially : to give a leer Some female employees complained that they were being leered at by male employees.
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Examples of leer in a Sentence
She complained that some disgusting man was leering at her.
He gave her a leering look.
Origin and Etymology of leer
probably from obsolete leer cheek
First Known Use: 1530
leer
Definition of leer
: a lascivious, knowing, or wanton look
Origin and Etymology of leer
see 1leer
First Known Use: 1598
LEER Defined for English Language Learners
leer
playDefinition of leer for English Language Learners
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: to look at someone in an evil or unpleasantly sexual way
LEER Defined for Kids
Definition of leer for Students
leered
;leering
: to look with an unpleasant, mean, or eager glance
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