1) To take a picture of someone/something without looking through the viewfinder; usually done on the sly.

2) To secretly take a photo of the unsuspecting in a sneaky manner.

3) A method of photography developed by the Yarn Harlot
I saw this woman wearing the worlds worst sweater, so I decided to kinnear her to show my friends.
by pharmgirl147 August 3, 2007
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To surreptitiously photograph a celebrity or person of interest because you are too nervous or respectful of their privacy to ask for a photo

coined by The Yarn Harlot
I saw Tiger Woods at the airport and I knew you wouldn't believe me so I kinneared him for photographic proof.
by Chicken Betty October 15, 2007
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