Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
judas-hole
noun
/ˈdʒuːdəs hoʊl/
Definition
A judas-hole is a small opening or cut-out, especially in a door or wall, through which one can secretly observe or communicate with someone on the other side.
Examples
- The security guard kept a close watch on the corridor through the judas-hole.
- During the play, the character peeked through the judas-hole to see what was happening outside.
Meaning
The term refers to a discreet peephole or access point, often used for spying or for a quick view without being seen.
Synonyms
- peephole
- spyhole
- viewing hole
