😏leer

verb
/lɪr/

Meaning

To look at someone in an unpleasant, sly, or sexually suggestive way.

Example Sentences

He leered at her in a way that made her uncomfortable.

Example Expressions

leer at

Synonyms

ogle, stare, gaze, gawk, smirk

Antonyms

ignore, glance, overlook

Collocations

leering face, leer at someone, sly leer

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