Peeping Tom meaning

What does the saying 'Peeping Tom' mean?

Idiom: Peeping Tom

Meaning:

A peeping Tom is someone who tries to look through other people's windows without being seen in order to spy on people in their homes.
Country: International English | Subject Area: Person's name | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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