peek-a-boo

Face-hiding game

Peek-a-boo is a game played with infants, where an adult hides their face behind their hands or an object, then reveals it while saying "peek-a-boo!" The baby's delight comes from the surprise reappearance.

As an adjective, peek-a-boo describes clothing or styles with openings that reveal glimpses of skin: a peek-a-boo blouse.

game

hiding

Staying out of sight

covering · uncovering · giggles · laughter · bonding · hands · face · blanket · fingers · toddler

infant

baby

Very young child

developmental · cognitive · giggles · cooing · milestone · caregiver · bonding · trust · attachment · stimulation

style

cutout

Shape removed from material

slits · keyhole · sheer · panels · windows · glimpse · strategic · exposed · trendy · design

lingerie

sheer

Absolute; also diaphanous

  • laceOpen-weave ornamental fabric
  • cutoutShape removed from material
  • revealingMaking known what's hidden

see-through · bra · teddy · bodysuit · camisole · negligee · mesh · keyhole · intimate · flirtatious

Categories
Opposites
visibility/revelation style

peek-a-booplain view

Unobstructed visibility

in plain sight · out in the open · unhidden · transparent · unconcealed

concealment authenticity

peek-a-boovanishing

Ceasing to be visible

invisibility · camouflage · covert operation · stealth · deep cover

interaction style

peek-a-booignoring

Deliberately not noticing

cold shoulder · avoidance · disengagement · stonewalling · absence

Family

boo, peek

Familiarity
Top 50,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G