However, "peer" can be considered a near homonym. While the pronunciation is slightly different, "peer" is sometimes used in a context where it could be confused with "pier".
For example:
* "They stood on the pier and watched the boats."
* "The children peered through the window."
In this case, "peer" means "to look closely or with difficulty," which could be associated with the act of looking out from a pier.
It's important to note that while "peer" is a close match, it's not a true homonym.