Meaning & Definition of word "Snoop"

Snoop

snoop

1. a person who snoops.
- Example: That snoop is always trying to find out everyone's business.
2. an act of snooping.
- Example: His snoop into her personal files got him in trouble with the boss.

1. to investigate or look around secretly, typically for information.
- Example: She decided to snoop around the house to find out what surprises her husband had planned.
2. to observe or eavesdrop on someone without their knowledge.
- Example: He couldn't help but snoop on his neighbors when he heard them arguing through the walls.

Origin unknown, possibly from the early 19th century.

snoop around:

To look around in a stealthy or secretive way.

snoop dog:

A term sometimes used to refer to someone who snoops around; also a reference to the rapper Snoop Dogg.

snoopery:

The act of snooping or prying into others' affairs.

snoopish:

Characteristic of a snooper; inquisitive or meddlesome.

Meaning: To investigate someone else's social media or personal life.

Example Sentence: She was totally snooping on his Instagram for photos of his vacation.

Meaning: To spy or gather private information about someone.

Example Sentence: Why are you snooping on your neighbor? It's none of your business.