peephole

[peep-hohl]

noun

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

peephole

/ ˈpiːpˌhəʊl /

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of peephole¹

First recorded in 1675–85; peep ¹ + hole

Example Sentences

If you’re home alone or with family members and you hear a knock at the door, check the window, security camera or peephole so you can identify whether ICE agents are outside.

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Ms Morgan told the court she was at Ms Ventura's Los Angeles apartment after the hotel incident and watched through the peephole as Mr Combs was "banging on the door with a hammer".

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If you’re home alone or with family members and you hear a knock at the door, check the window, security camera or peephole so you can identify if ICE agents are outside.

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At the Hollywood Bowl, there is a peephole backstage.

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He heard a knock on his door, looked out the peephole and saw “at least 20 police officers with guns drawn.”

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