peering
|peer-ing|
B2
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/ˈpɪrɪŋ/
🇬🇧
/ˈpɪərɪŋ/
(peer)
equal or look closely
Etymology
Etymology Information
'peer' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'peren,' where 'per-' meant 'to look closely.'
Historical Evolution
'peren' transformed into the modern English word 'peer' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to look closely,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45