glimpse

(noun) a quick look. Synonyms: glance, coup d'oeil.

(noun) a brief or incomplete view. Example: "From the window he could catch a glimpse of the lake."

(noun) a vague indication. Example: "He caught only a glimpse of the professor's meaning."

(verb) catch a glimpse of or see briefly. Example: "We glimpsed the queen as she got into her limousine."