Crossword Genius

Long look at some simple error (4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

leer

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

'long look' is the definition.
'leer' can be an answer for 'look' (leering is a kind of looking). I'm not certain of the 'long' bit.

'some simple error' is the wordplay.
'some' says the answer is hidden in the clue (some of the parts of the word are used).
'LEER' can be found hidden inside 'simple error'.

'at' is the link.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for leer that I've seen before include "Look lasciviously at" , "Gaze lasciviously at" , "Lascivious gaze" , "unpleasant look" , "Suggestive or sneering look" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.
Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.