# creeper

/kɹˈiːpɐ/ (UK) · CEFR C2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/creeper
Updated: 2026-06-18

## Definition

a plant that grows along the ground or climbs up a wall. It can also be a person who sends unwanted messages to someone they do not know well.

For teachers: a plant that spreads along the ground or climbs a support; also, a person who engages in persistent, unwanted communication with a stranger. Often used in the context of digital harassment or gardening.

## Examples

- The garden is full of green creepers.
- The gardener decided to plant a fast-growing creeper along the fence to provide more privacy.
- While the botanical creepers provided a natural canopy, the digital creepers were a constant source of frustration for the social media manager.

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