squirrel away

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Verb (phrasal verb) : - To hide or store something, especially money or supplies, in a safe or secret place for future use. This implies saving in a careful, often secretive, or hoarding manner, similar to how a squirrel stores nuts. Usage This phrasal verb is transitive and requires a direct object (the thing being stored). It is often used in informal contexts to describe the act o...