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peep vs let out

let out vs peep

peep is a noun but let out is not a noun.

peep and let out both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
peep Yes No Yes No
let out No No Yes No
As verbs, let out is a hypernym of peep; that is, let out is a word with a broader meaning than peep:
  • peep: make high-pitched sounds
  • let out: express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words)
Other hypernyms of peep include emit, let loose, utter.
peep (noun) let out (noun)
a secret look
the short weak cry of a young bird
peep (verb) let out (verb)
appear as though from hiding make (clothes) larger
make high-pitched sounds make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret
speak in a hesitant and high-pitched tone of voice express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words)
look furtively bring out of a specific state
cause to come into view
Difference between peep and let out

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