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leer

/liːər/ verb · British & US
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What does leer mean?

verb

To look at someone or something with a foolish or lustful expression, or to gaze at something with a mixture of curiosity and suspicion. To gaze at someone or something with a mixture of curiosity and suspicion.

Example

"He leered at her from across the room, making her feel uncomfortable."

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