eek

American

[eek] / ik /

interjection

(used as an expression of surprise, dismay, fear, or the like).

Eek! You’re drifting into other lanes—stop texting and keep your eyes on the road!

EEK British

abbreviation

Estonian kroon: the standard monetary unit of Estonia

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Etymology

Origin of eek

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

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There were breakdowns across the board as the Bruins eked out a 16-13 victory over Hawaii that left their fans going eek!

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 2, 2024

In news that is part "oh, cool!" and part "eek, spooky!"

From Salon • Mar. 28, 2024

"We're very happy with the position we're in, if we can eek close to them and even get a lead, I think we're on top in this game."

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2023

Even so, Savanthi Syth, an analyst with the investment bank Raymond James Financial, said she still expects the carrier to eek out a small profit when it reports earnings later this month.

From Washington Post • Jan. 4, 2023

When they see us coming they make these screaming noises and run away, but you can tell they're not really scared, they just want to pretend like we're a monster or something, eek eek.

From "Freak The Mighty" by Rodman Philbrick

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