Definition of “creep”
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The movement of something that creeps (like worms or snails).
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A relatively small gradual change, variation or deviation (from a planned value) in a measure.
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A slight displacement of an object: the slight movement of something.
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The gradual expansion or proliferation of something beyond its original goals or boundaries, considered negatively.
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In sewn books, the tendency of pages on the inside of a quire to stand out farther than those on the outside of it.
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An increase in strain with time; the gradual flow or deformation of a material under stress.
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The imperceptible downslope movement of surface rock.
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An annoying irritating person.
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A frightening and/or disconcerting person, especially one who gives the speaker chills or who induces psychosomatic facial itching.
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A barrier with small openings used to keep large animals out while allowing smaller animals to pass through.
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verb:
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To move slowly with the abdomen close to the ground.
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Of plants, to grow across a surface rather than upwards.
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To move slowly and quietly in a particular direction.
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To make small gradual changes, usually in a particular direction.
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