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Peephole

A peephole is a small opening in a door or wall that allows one to look through and see what is on the other side without fully opening the door or entering the room.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: A small opening in a door or wall

Usage: Use peepholes for safety and security purposes, allowing you to identify visitors before opening the door.

Example Sentence: She cautiously looked through the peephole to see who was knocking on her door.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense: To look through a peephole

Usage: The act of peeping or spying on someone through a peephole.

Example Sentence: The detective peepholes to gather evidence without alerting the suspects.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense: Popular or well-known

Usage: The adjective form refers to something that is currently trendy or favored by many.

Example Sentence: The latest fashion trend is to wear those peephole dresses.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense: Specific to a local area

Usage: The adjective form refers to something that is distinct to a particular locality or region.

Example Sentence: The restaurant's menu includes some peephole specialties that are unique to this neighborhood.