peephole
Translation
peephole, spyhole
Examples
I looked through the peephole before opening the door.
I looked through the peephole before opening the door.
Grammar Patterns
((through the peephole)) to look through a small hole in a door He looked through the peephole.
Similar Words
Synonyms: spyhole
Etymology
From 'peep' (to look quickly and secretly) + 'hole'. A hole for peeping through.
Memory Tips
Imagine a little chick 'peeping' through a small 'hole' in a door to see who is there.