verb “peer”
infinitive peer; he peers; past tense peered; past part. peered; ger. peering
- to look intently or with effort to see something clearly
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Squinting through the fog, she peered ahead, trying to make out the shape of the distant lighthouse.
noun “peer”
singular peer, plural peers or uncountable
- an individual of the same age group as someone else
At the new school, Sarah quickly made friends with a group of peers who shared her love for soccer.
- a person who is equal to another in abilities or status
In the scientific community, researchers often seek feedback from their peers to ensure the accuracy of their findings.
- a member of the nobility, specifically one who holds a title granted by a monarch
The king invited all the peers to the royal banquet to discuss the future of the kingdom.
- a brief or quick look
Curious about the noise, she took a quick peer through the window and saw a cat playing in the garden.