Meaning of the word sneak in English
What does sneak mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
sneak
US /sniːk/
UK /sniːk/
Verb
to move or go in a secret or furtive way
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He tried to sneak out of the house without anyone noticing.
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The children tried to sneak some cookies before dinner.
Noun
a person who acts in a furtive or underhand way
Example:
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He's such a sneak, always trying to get information without asking directly.
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Don't be a sneak and tell on your friends.
Adjective
done or acting in a secret or underhand way
Example:
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He gave me a sneak peek of the new product.
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It was a sneak attack, completely unexpected.