peekaboo
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //ˈpiːkəbuː//
KK: /ˈpikəˌbu/
adjective
Definition
A style that features openings or transparent areas, often revealing parts of the body or fabric underneath.
Example
She wore a peekaboo dress that showed a hint of her shoulders.
Conversation
That dress you wore last night was so peekaboo and fun!
Thanks! I loved how it had those cute little cutouts.
It really showed off your style without being too much.
Exactly! I felt confident and playful all night.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sheer
transparent
revealing
Antonyms
opaque
concealing
hidden
noun
Definition
A playful game where someone hides their face or body and suddenly reveals themselves while saying 'Peekaboo!' to entertain a baby.
Example
The baby laughed when I played peekaboo with her.
Conversation
Have you ever played peekaboo with a baby?
Yeah, it's so much fun to see their reactions!
I love how they giggle when you pop back into view.
Root Explanation
The word 'peekaboo' is derived from the combination of 'peek' (from Middle English 'piken', meaning to look quickly or glance) and 'aboo' (a playful alteration of 'boo', which is an exclamation used to surprise someone). The term describes a playful game where one hides and suddenly reveals themselves to surprise another, often used with children.
Memory Tip
Imagine someone quickly 'looking' ('peek') and then surprising you with a playful 'boo' — that's the essence of the game 'peekaboo'.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.