To glimmer; shine.To come into momentary view; appear transiently or as in a flash.To look momentarily or accidentally.To get a momentary view of; see transiently.To show or cause to be seen as by a glimpse. We conclude this survey with the mention of the psychology of the developing child, glimpsing as it does, in the budding capabilities of the infant, the microcosm of the race and an epitome of the struggle for civilization.n. A transient gleam; a momentary ray or flash of light.n. A transient or hurried view; a glance, as in passing; hence, a momentary or chance experience of anything; a faint perception.n. A faint trace or share; a slight tinge.