Periscope Definition & Meaning

periscope
noun
  1. an optical instrument that provides a view of an otherwise obstructed field

"Periscope" in song lyrics

See how periscope is used in real songs:

  • "Delve like a periscope"
    Blue Sky Black Death & Jean Grae — It's Still a Love Song
  • "Peepin it through periscope"
    Celestial Souljahz -- — War Trilogy (Pts I, II, III)
  • "Peeping it through a periscope"
    Shabazz the Disciple f/ Freestyle — War Trilogy Pt. 3 (Ambush)

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