PEEPSHOW

peepshow

(noun) a short pornographic film shown in a small coin-operated booth

peepshow, raree-show

(noun) an exhibition of pictures or objects viewed through a small hole or magnifying glass

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

peepshow (plural peepshows)

An exhibition of pictures or objects viewed through a small hole or magnifying glass.

A titillating or pornographic display through a small slot, generally equipped with a timer to automatically close the slot when payment has expired.

Source: Wiktionary



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