Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

snoop

verb
/snuːp/
Definition
To investigate or look around in a considered sneaky or secretive manner.
Examples
  • She decided to snoop around his office to find out what he was working on.
  • The cat loves to snoop around the garden, exploring every nook and cranny.
  • He has a habit of snooping through his neighbors’ mail.
Meaning
Snoop refers to the act of prying into someone’s affairs or searching for hidden information, often without permission.
Synonyms
  • pry
  • inspect
  • spy
  • eavesdrop