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peephole

American  
[peep-hohl] / ˈpipˌhoʊl /

noun

  1. a small hole or opening through which to peep or look, as in a door.

peephole British  
/ ˈpiːpˌhəʊl /

noun

  1. a small aperture, such as one in the door of a flat for observing callers before opening

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Etymology

Origin of peephole

First recorded in 1675–85; peep 1 + hole

Example Sentences

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Start outdoor movie season off small at Peephole Cinema in Bushwick.

From New York Times • May 29, 2019

Peephole views of history are peddled in the theater these days the way filthy postcards were once hawked in Paris.

From Time Magazine Archive

Dare to Ridicule the Cautious Conduct of that wise Nation, and I'll have you Lock'd up this Fortnight, without a Peephole.

From The Busie Body by Byrd, Jess

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