Cheek /tʃiːk/

The meaning and definition of Cheek, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun

The soft skin on each side of the face, below the eyes; the outer surface of the sides of the oral cavity.
(usually in the plural) The lower part of the buttocks that is often exposed beneath very brief underwear, swimwear, or extremely short shorts.

verb

To be impudent towards.
“Don't cheek me, you little rascal!”
To pull a horse's head back toward the saddle using the cheek strap of the bridle.

Synonyms arsecheek asscheek butt cheek nether cheek gena brass neck

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