Meaning of the word hide in English

What does hide mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hide

US /haɪd/

UK /haɪd/

put (someone or something) out of sight

Example:

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She tried to hide the present from her children.

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He decided to hide the evidence.

Synonym:

conceal secrete stash bury cover up

conceal oneself

Example:

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The children liked to hide in the closet.

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He tried to hide from his pursuers.

Synonym:

take cover lie low go into hiding hole up bunker down

the skin of an animal, especially when tanned or dressed for use

Example:

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The cowboy wore a vest made of deer hide.

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The artisan worked with various animal hides to create leather goods.

Synonym:

skin pelt tanned skin leather

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hide-and-seek hide-and-go-seek