Simple Definition of ogle

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ogle

verb

ogles; ogled; ogling
1
usually disapproving : to look at (someone) in a way that shows sexual attraction
He sat at the bar, ogling several women.
2
: to look at (something) in a way that suggests strong interest or desire
He ogled the new cars on the lot.
I was ogling the dessert menu before my meal even arrived.

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