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Synonyms & Similar Words
conceal
cover
disguise
mask
veil
secrete
stash
cache
bury
entomb
shield
protect
guard
defend
camouflage
obscure
screen
block
shroud
envelop
wrap
cloak
drape
curtain
shade
shelter
shelve
shroud
shiver
shatter
shelve
shroud
veil
hideaway
concealment
secrecy
stealth
sneak
sneakily
surreptitiously
furtively
covertly
clandestinely
secretly
privately
confidentially
quietly
unobtrusively
Meaning of Hide
The primary meaning of the word "hide" is to conceal or cover something or oneself from view or discovery.
Definitions
- To conceal or cover something or oneself from view or discovery
- To put or keep something in a secret place
- To prevent someone from finding or seeing something
- To conceal one's true feelings or intentions
Etymology of Hide
The word "hide" originates from Old English "hīdan", which is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "huthiz" and the Proto-Indo-European root "keud-", both meaning "to cover" or "to conceal"
The word has been used in the English language since the 9th century, with its meaning and usage evolving over time to include various senses such as concealing, covering, and protecting
Example Uses
- The children loved to hide behind the curtains and jump out to surprise their parents
- She tried to hide her tears, but it was clear she was upset
- The company will hide the true extent of their financial losses until the investigation is complete
- The hikers had to hide from the storm in a nearby cave