peek·a·boo
ˈpē-kə-ˌbü 
: a game for amusing a baby by repeatedly hiding one's face or body and popping back into view exclaiming "Peekaboo!"
1
: trimmed with eyelet embroidery
a peekaboo blouse
2
: made of a sheer or transparent fabric
also
: revealing usually small areas of skin
3
: offering only limited display or disclosure especially of a teasing sort
peekaboo publicity
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Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 23 Apr. 2026
Holmes’ cashmere Khaite bra and bralette moment, which went unexpectedly viral seven years ago, received a red-carpet update this time around, with a white button-down styled off the shoulder, peekaboo strap, and a sequined charcoal skirt.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 16 Apr. 2026
Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 9 Feb. 2023
The peekaboo dress also includes a miniskirt with pockets at the hips, layered over maxi-length fabric with an open panel at the back of the legs.
—Quinci Legardye, Harper's BAZAAR, 29 Oct. 2022
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Noun
The sandals featured a vamp made of cutouts on the sides that gave a peekaboo glimpse of her feet.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 23 Apr. 2026
Holmes’ cashmere Khaite bra and bralette moment, which went unexpectedly viral seven years ago, received a red-carpet update this time around, with a white button-down styled off the shoulder, peekaboo strap, and a sequined charcoal skirt.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
One of the most popular styles of the moment is peekaboo bangs.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 9 Feb. 2023
The peekaboo dress also includes a miniskirt with pockets at the hips, layered over maxi-length fabric with an open panel at the back of the legs.
—Quinci Legardye, Harper's BAZAAR, 29 Oct. 2022
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“Peekaboo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/peekaboo. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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