Sneak
WordNet
noun
(1) Someone acting as an informer or decoy for the police
(2) Someone who prowls or sneaks about; usually with unlawful intentions
(3) A person who is regarded as underhanded and furtive and contemptible
verb
(4) To go stealthily or furtively
"..stead of sneaking around spying on the neighbor's house"
(5) Make off with belongings of others
(6) Put, bring, or take in a secretive or furtive manner
"Sneak a look"
"Sneak a cigarette"
WiktionaryText
Noun
- A mean, sneaking fellow.
- , A ball bowled so as to roll along the ground; a daisy-cutter
Verb
- To creep or steal (away or about) privately; to come or go meanly, as a person afraid or ashamed to be seen; as, to sneak away from company.
- To hide, especially in a mean or cowardly manner.
Usage notes
The past and past participle snuck is primarily found in North American English, where it originated in the late 19th century as a dialectal form, and where it is still regarded as informal by some; its use appears to be increasing in frequency and acceptability. It is sometimes found in British and Australian English too. (Cf. The Cambridge Guide to English Usage, Merriam-Webster Collegiate Dictionary, Webster's New World College Dictionary).