squiz

American  

[skwiz] / skwɪz /

verb (used with object)

squizzed, squizzing

1. to peer at quickly and closely.

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noun

1. a quick, close look.

squiz British  

/ skwɪz /

noun

1. slang a look or glance, esp an inquisitive one

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Usage

What does squiz mean? A squiz is a short, close look at something. It can also be used as a verb meaning to take such a look.Squiz is Australian and New Zealand slang. It is most commonly used as a noun, especially in phrases like have a squiz and give (something) a squiz.Example: Give this room a squiz to see if you can find my car keys.

Etymology

Origin of squiz

First recorded in 1905–10; expressive formation, perhaps blend of squint and quiz

Example Sentences

Lost in Showbiz has had a squiz at its Business for Dummies textbook.

From The Guardian

The best explanation I’ve heard comes from the commenter squiz, who points out that the crossbar beams look unfocused and that maybe this guy is an old Sith "reawakened," and that he has an early model lightsaber.

From The Verge

Main room anthems come from house heroes Prok and Fitch plus the south coast's finest Squiz, Vince Frimpong and Kai Stafford.

From The Guardian

I say, Laura," said Laurie very fast, "you might just give a squiz at my coat before this afternoon.

From Project Gutenberg