English dictionary
peer
/p/i/r/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a person who is of equal standing with another in a group
Source: WordNet 3.0
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a nobleman (duke or marquis or earl or viscount or baron) who is a member of the British peerage
Source: WordNet 3.0
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One of the same rank, quality, endowments, character, etc.; an equal; a match; a mate.
Source: webster1913
verb
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look searchingly
ExamplesWe peered into the back of the shop to see whether a salesman was around.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To come in sight; to appear.
Source: webster1913
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To make equal in rank.
Source: webster1913
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To be, or to assume to be, equal.
Source: webster1913