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

1.

to go somewhere secretly, or to take someone or something somewhere secretly:

Example:
I managed to sneak in through the back door while she wasn't looking.

Noun

1.

a person who tells people in authority when someone else does something bad:

Example:
You told Mrs. Cooper that it was me who tipped the paint over, didn't you - you nasty little sneak!

Adjective

1.

done secretly:

Example:
The unit launched a sneak attack under cover of night.
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