Verboticism: Narcissipeek

'Why do you keep looking at your spoon?'

DEFINITION: v. To steal a look at your reflection in a window, mirror or other reflective surface; often done furtively so not to be seen as vain. n. A reflected image which is distorted by vanity.

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Narcissipeek

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Pronunciation: närsəsipēk

Sentence: Joy thinks she looks pretty good. She tries to not be too vain but can’t help but take a narcissipeek as she passes by the mirrored windows of the office building.

Etymology: narcissism (excessive or erotic interest in oneself and one’s physical appearance) + peek (look quickly, typically in a furtive manner)

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