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hide

[ haɪd ]

^{Context #1}

intransitive

To put or keep out of sight; to conceal from the view or notice of others.

Synonyms

conceal, disguise, mask

Examples of usage

He tried to hide his disappointment with a smile.
She hid behind the tree and watched the scene unfold.

^{Context #2}

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A concealed place; a secret or secluded place.

Synonyms

hideaway, retreat, sanctuary

Examples of usage

The treasure was hidden in a remote hide deep in the forest.

Translations

Translations of the word "hide" in other languages:

🇵🇹 esconder

🇮🇳 छिपाना

🇩🇪 verstecken

🇮🇩 menyembunyikan

🇺🇦 ховати

🇵🇱 ukryć

🇯🇵 隠す (かくす)

🇫🇷 cacher

🇪🇸 esconder

🇹🇷 saklamak

🇰🇷 숨기다 (sumgida)

🇸🇦 إخفاء (ikhfa)

🇨🇿 skrýt

🇸🇰 skryť

🇨🇳 隐藏 (yǐncáng)

🇸🇮 skriti

🇮🇸 fela

🇰🇿 жасыру

🇬🇪 დამალვა

🇦🇿 gizlətmək

🇲🇽 esconder

Word origin

The word 'hide' originated from Old English 'hydan', meaning 'to conceal, preserve, hide'. It has been used for centuries to refer to the act of concealing something from view or notice. The concept of hiding has always been a part of human behavior, whether for survival, play, or other reasons. Throughout history, people have hidden objects, emotions, and intentions for various purposes.