Gawp and Leer

Gawp

Gawp verb - To look long and hard in wonder or surprise.
Usage example: tourists in London gawping at royalty

Leer and gawp are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Leer" instead a verb "Gawp".

Nearby Word: gawping

Leer

Leer verb - Look suggestively or obliquely; look or gaze with a sly, immodest, or malign expression.
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Gawp and leer are semantically related. (British) You can use "Gawp" instead a verb "Leer". informal substitute

Nearby Words: leered, leering
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