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- Dictionarycreep/kriːp/
verb
- 1. move slowly and carefully in order to avoid being heard or noticed: "he crept downstairs, hardly making any noise" Similar
- 2. (of a plant) grow along the ground or other surface by means of extending stems or branches: "thorny roses crept up the dull gray walls"
noun
- 1. a detestable person: informal, derogatory "I thought he was a nasty little creep" Similar
- 2. slow steady movement, especially when imperceptible: "an attempt to prevent this slow creep of costs"
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Learn the meaning of creep as a verb and a noun, with synonyms, antonyms, and usage examples. Find out how to use creep in different contexts, such as moving quietly, being unpleasant, or showing gradual change.
The meaning of CREEP is to move along with the body prone and close to the ground. How to use creep in a sentence.
Creep is the tendency of a solid material to move or change shape slightly as a result of stress that continues for some time. As the stress continues, the extension of the metal caused by creep eventually leads to failure.
to move slowly with the body close to the ground, as a reptile or an insect, or a person on hands and knees. to approach slowly, imperceptibly, or stealthily (often followed by up ): We crept up and peeked over the wall. to move or advance slowly or gradually: The automobile crept up the hill.
Learn the meaning of creep as a verb and a noun, with examples of usage and synonyms. Find out how to use creep in different contexts, such as moving slowly, being unpleasant, or showing gradual change.
A creep is a person who makes your skin crawl, a meaning that has been used in American English since 1935. Definitions of creep. verb. move slowly; in the case of people or animals with the body near the ground. synonyms: crawl. see more. verb. go stealthily or furtively. synonyms: mouse, pussyfoot, sneak. see more. verb.
Learn the meaning, pronunciation and usage of the verb creep, with examples and synonyms. Find out how to use creep in different contexts, such as moving slowly, growing along the ground, or being too friendly.