cheek
Pronunciation: [tʃiːk]
Word
Context: “body part”
(noun) the soft part of your face below your eyes and beside your nose. It helps to show expressions, like when you smile or frown.
Example
She has rosy cheeks that turn pink when she is happy.
Example
His cheeks were not visible because he was wearing a thick scarf.
Example
Can you touch your cheeks and feel how soft they are?
Context: “behavior/teasing”
(verb) to touch someone's cheek playfully or to cheekily speak to someone. Sometimes, it means joking around with a friend or being a little naughty.
Example
He gently cheeked her before they started the game, making everyone laugh.
Example
She didn't cheek her friends because they were having a serious discussion.
Example
Did you cheek him when he told that funny story?
Context: “attitude/behavior”
(noun) a bold or disrespectful attitude. It's when someone is a bit cheeky or rude in a playful way.
Example
His cheek made the teacher smile, even though it was a little rude.
Example
Her serious nature meant she wouldn't tolerate any cheek from the students.
Example
Do you think his cheek got him into trouble today?
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