Definitions

1. noun

a person who climbs buildings or trees for maintenance, observation, or entertainment

“The fire department sent a team of climbers, also known as creepers, to rescue the stranded hikers.”

2. noun

a plant with stems that climb over other plants or structures

“The garden was full of colorful creepers that wrapped themselves around the trellis.”

3. noun

a type of fungal disease that causes plants to die back, often resulting in a dead or dying appearance

“The farmer noticed that the once-healthy plants were now suffering from a creeper that was spreading quickly through the field.”

4. noun

a type of player in online multiplayer games, especially Minecraft, who builds and interacts with the game world

“The creeper in the online game was known for their impressive redstone contraptions.”

5. verb

to climb or ascend, especially in a stealthy or sneaky manner

“The cat creeper up the curtains to get a better view of the outside.”

6. verb

to spread or creep, especially in a slow and stealthy manner

“The disease creeper through the community, infecting many people before it was finally contained.”

7. verb

to move or spread slowly and stealthily, often in a menacing or threatening manner

“The rumor creeper through the office, causing tension and anxiety among the employees.”