hiding-place

hiding-place

A child finds a perfect hiding-place behind the large armchair.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A location used to conceal oneself or something from view, often for protection or secrecy. "Hiding-place" refers to any spot where a person, animal, or object can be hidden from detection.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The children found a perfect hiding-place behind the old shed. (A spot where they could hide from others.)
    • The spy kept the documents in a secret hiding-place under the floorboards. (A concealed location for valuable or sensitive items.)
    • The rabbit’s hiding-place was a dense thicket of bushes. (A natural shelter for an animal.)
Advanced Usage
  • "a safe hiding-place": a secure location that offers protection from discovery or harm.
    • During the storm, the cellar served as a safe hiding-place for the family. (A secure refuge.)
  • "to seek a hiding-place": to look for a concealed spot.
    • The fugitive sought a hiding-place in the abandoned warehouse. (Attempted to find a place to hide.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Hide (verb): to put or keep out of sight.
    • She tried to hide the gift before the party. (Conceal from view.)
  • Hideout (noun): a place of refuge or concealment, especially for criminals or fugitives.
    • The gang used a cabin in the woods as their hideout. (A permanent or semi-permanent hiding-place.)
  • Hiding (noun): the act of concealing oneself or something.
    • The cat’s hiding under the bed was a daily routine. (The state of being concealed.)
Synonyms
  • Concealment: the act of hiding or the state of being hidden.
  • Refuge: a shelter or protection from danger or trouble.
  • Sanctuary: a place of safety or refuge.
Related Idioms
  • "in a hiding-place": hidden from view or discovery.
    • The treasure was kept in a hiding-place known only to the captain. (Concealed in a secret location.)
  • "to come out of hiding": to emerge from concealment.
    • After the scandal, the politician finally came out of hiding. (Appeared publicly after being hidden.)
Phrasal Verbs
  • Hide away: to conceal oneself or something in a remote or secure place.
    • She hid away the letters in a locked drawer. (Stored them secretly.)
  • Hide out: to stay in a hiding-place, often to avoid capture.
    • The thieves hid out in an abandoned barn for weeks. (Remained concealed.)