Pronunciation: /pɪər/
noun a person who is equal to another in abilities, qualifications, age, background, and social status
A1 My peer and I worked on a project together.
A2 I often study with my peers in the library.
B1 She sought advice from her peers before making a decision.
B2 In the workplace, it is important to collaborate with peers to achieve success.
C1 As a senior manager, he regularly interacts with his peers in the industry.
C2 The conference brought together peers from different countries to discuss global issues.
verb to appear or come slightly into view
A1 I peer out the window to see if it's raining.
A2 She peers closely at the map to find our location.
B1 The scientist peers through the microscope to examine the specimen.
B2 The detective peers into the dark alley, searching for clues.
C1 The artist peers at the painting, trying to decipher its meaning.
C2 The professor peers over his glasses, deep in thought about the research.
formal In academic settings, it is important to seek feedback from a peer before submitting your work.
informal Hey, can you ask your peer if they have notes from last week's lecture?
slang I heard Sarah is your peer - she's pretty chill.
figurative As a leader, it's important to remember that you are not just a boss, but also a peer to your team members.
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