SINCE 1828
peekaboo
noun
peek·a·boo
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Definition of peekaboo
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a game for amusing a baby by repeatedly hiding one's face or body and popping back into view exclaiming "Peekaboo!"
peekaboo
adjectiveDefinition of peekaboo (Entry 2 of 2)
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
Examples of peekaboo in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
Paying homage to the film festival’s Canadian roots, Roberts chose a peekaboo gown design by Dsquared2, run by the Canadian twins Dean and Dan Caten. — Christian Allaire, Vogue, "Julia Roberts Made a Statement on the Toronto Film Festival Red Carpet," 9 Sep. 2018 For several good long stretches, Bayona maintains steady, artfully varied suspense and peekaboo games as well as a more interesting batch of supporting characters than these movies usually offer. — Michael Phillips, chicagotribune.com, "'Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom' review: Raptors delight while humans make a mess of things," 20 June 2018 Later that week in Paris, she was spotted with another old friend, Sadie Frost, and wore a cinched velvet jacket with a peekaboo leopard-print shirt. — Liana Satenstein, Vogue, "Why I Love the New Kate Moss So Much Better Than the ’90s Waif," 25 Jan. 2019 Her final look -- the peekaboo black gown and eye jewelry - is stunning. Stunning. — Joey Guerra, Houston Chronicle, "'RuPaul's Drag Race' Season 10 recap: 'American' gurls," 14 June 2018 Her skirt’s black, triangular strip gave it a more modern flair while her hat’s peekaboo flower added an element of fun. — Maura Hohman, PEOPLE.com, "Sister Act! See Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie Match Perfectly on 'Ladies Day' at Royal Ascot," 21 June 2018 Hence the peekaboo shots of the Vogue editor Anna Wintour, as well as of boldface names (Serena Williams, Katie Holmes) and swoony close-ups of gowns and gems. — Gary Ross, New York Times, "Review: ‘Ocean’s 8’ Women Walk Away With a Male Franchise. Sort Of.," 5 June 2018 Beyond the peekaboo walls, balustrades throughout are made of soccer netting, in homage to the space’s previous use. — Asad Syrkett, Curbed, "A Ghent pub and soccer-fan hangout becomes a dream home," 18 June 2018 No occasion was too sacred for some shapely calf peekaboo—not the red carpet; not while throwing the first pitch at a Dodgers game; and especially not while performing in-ring for his employer, WWE. — Chris Gayomali, GQ, "Suiting Up with John Cena," 12 June 2018Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective
Part power suit, part boudoir dressing, the lacy number featured a classic double-breasted jacket in wool silk and a lace skirt with peekaboo panels. — Janelle Okwodu, Vogue, "Ashley Graham Redefines Power Dressing in Alexander McQueen," 5 July 2018 In 1993, the actress donned a violet gown with a peekaboo lime green paisley pantsuit. — Liana Satenstein, Vogue, "Whoopi Goldberg, Underrated Fashion Icon, Brings Humor to Her Oscars Look," 5 Mar. 2018 For the Met Gala last May, Ms. Dern not only wore a peekaboo navy column dress by Ms. Hearst, but also invited the designer along as her date. — Alexis Soloski, New York Times, "What Will Laura Dern Wear to the Golden Globes? (Hint: It Will Be Black)," 6 Jan. 2018 The breeze offered a peekaboo view of the sea through the lush trees. — Seattle Times Staff, The Seattle Times, "Maui’s heavenly Hana is more than just a road trip," 7 Sep. 2017These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'peekaboo.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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peekaboo
noun
English Language Learners Definition of peekaboo
: a game played with a baby in which you cover and then uncover your face and say "Peekaboo!"
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