Definition of "leer" in английский

verb

1. (intransitive) To look sideways or obliquely; now especially with sexual desire or malicious intent.

2. (transitive) To entice with a leer or leers.

noun

1. A significant side glance; a glance expressive of some passion, as malignity, amorousness, etc.; a sly or lecherous look.

2. An arch or affected glance or cast of countenance.

noun

1. (obsolete) The cheek.

2. (obsolete) The face.

3. (obsolete) One's appearance; countenance.

4. (obsolete) Complexion; hue; colour.

5. (obsolete) Flesh; skin.

6. (UK dialectal) The flank or loin.

adjective

1. (obsolete) Empty; unoccupied; clear.

2. (obsolete) Destitute; lacking; wanting.

3. (obsolete) Faint from lack of food; hungry.

4. (UK dialectal, obsolete) Thin; faint.

5. (obsolete) Having no load or burden; free; without a rider.

6. (obsolete) Lacking sense or seriousness; trifling; frivolous.

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verb

1. (transitive, obsolete) To teach.

2. (transitive, obsolete) To learn.

noun

1. Alternative form of lehr.