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sneak

pronunciation:: snik
parts of speech:: verb, noun

part of speech:	verb
inflections:	sneaks, sneaking, snuck, sneaked
definition 1:	to move quietly and in a sly way. The burglar was sneaking through the house. synonyms: prowl, steal, tiptoe similar words: creep, lurk, slide, slip
definition 2:	to move, put, bring, or take in a secret or sly manner. They sneaked a peek at the papers on the desk.He tried to sneak another piece of cake. synonyms: steal similar words: palm, slip, smuggle
related words:	edge, pry

part of speech:	noun
definition:	a person who is cowardly, dishonest, or sly; someone who is not worthy of being trusted. That sneak broke a window and lied about it.

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