creeper
word
Definition
A 'creeper' can mean a plant that grows along the ground or up surfaces, or informally, a person who makes others feel uncomfortable or uneasy.
Usage & Nuances
As a plant, 'creeper' is neutral and often used in gardening. As slang for a person, it's informal or negative: calling someone a 'creeper' is an insult, suggesting they're acting weird or unsettling, often in a social or online context. Common in phrases like 'he's such a creeper'. Also, 'creeper' is the name of a popular hostile character in Minecraft.
Example Sentences
There are many creepers in her garden.
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A vine is a type of creeper that grows up walls.
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That guy is a real creeper. He keeps staring at people.
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Be careful online—some creepers send weird messages to strangers.
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The kids were excited to see a Minecraft Creeper in the toy store.
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He tried to add me on every social media. Total creeper move.
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