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Meaning of prying

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

prying

Pronunciation:/ˈpɹaɪ.ɪŋ/

verb

Definitions

  1. To look where one is not welcome; to be nosy.

  2. To keep asking about something that does not concern one.

  3. To look closely and curiously at (something closed or not public).

verb

Definitions

  1. To use leverage to open or widen.

    Synonyms:prise (British English)prize

noun

Definitions

  1. The act of one who pries.