I. ˈlir intransitive verb
Etymology: probably from obsolete leer cheek
Date: 1530
: to cast a sidelong glance ; especially : to give a leer
• leer·ing·ly -iŋ-lē adverb
II. noun
Date: 1598
: a lascivious, knowing, or wanton look
I. ˈlir intransitive verb
Etymology: probably from obsolete leer cheek
Date: 1530
: to cast a sidelong glance ; especially : to give a leer
• leer·ing·ly -iŋ-lē adverb
II. noun
Date: 1598
: a lascivious, knowing, or wanton look
Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary. Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster. 2003