peekaboo
With holes, slits or transparent fabric to reveal what is normally hiddenWith holes, slits or transparent fabric to reveal what is normally hidden.
US/ˈpikəbu/
» When I play peekaboo with my baby, he stops crying immediately.
Meaning
2 senses(not comparable)With holes, slits or transparent fabric to reveal what is normally hidden.
The model was wearing a peekaboo swimsuit.
(not comparable)Being or using a style of boxing with the hands kept close to the face to defend it.
peekaboo boxing
a peekaboo guard
Examples
1 sentencesWhen I play peekaboo with my baby, he stops crying immediately.
Origin
From peek + -a- + boo.From peek + -a- + boo.
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