peep show

noun

1. a display of objects or pictures viewed through a small opening that is usually fitted with a magnifying lens.
2. a short, usually erotic or titillating film shown in a coin-operated viewing machine equipped with a projector.

Word History and Origins

Origin of peep show¹

First recorded in 1850–55

Example Sentences

The style will be familiar to older audiences who remember a similar concept being used occasionally on films and TV series such as Channel 4's Peep Show.

From BBC

While in school, he worked part-time jobs in New York City, driving taxis in Manhattan and, on weekends, mopping floors at a peep show on 42nd Street.

From Salon

Colman is best known for TV shows Broadchurch and Peep Show, and films including The Father, Empire of Light and The Favourite, which won her an Oscar for best actress.

From BBC

Armstrong, who also co-wrote Channel 4 comedy Peep Show with Sam Bain, previously worked on BBC satirical comedy TV series The Thick of It, which starred Peter Capaldi.

From BBC

Mitchell is best known for playing Mark in comedy sitcom Peep Show and for his work with co-collaborator Robert Webb.

From BBC