Pry

Part of speech: noun (n.)

A lever; also, leverage. [Local, U. S. & Eng.] Pry pole, the pole which forms the prop of a hoisting gin, and stands facing the windlass.

Part of speech: noun (n.)

Curious inspection; impertinent peeping.

Part of speech: verb (v.)

To raise or move, or attempt to raise or move, with a pry or lever; to prize. [Local, U. S. & Eng.]

Part of speech: verb (v.)

To peep narrowly; to gaze; to inspect closely; to attempt to discover something by a scrutinizing curiosity; -- often implying reproach. " To pry upon the stars." Chaucer. Watch thou and wake when others be asleep, To pry into the secrets of the state. Shak.