Definition of hide - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
concealmenttr. put something where it can't be seentr.
- She decided to hide the gift under the bed.
2.
self-concealmentintr. go somewhere to avoid being seenintr.
- He had to hide in the closet during the game.
3.
secrecytr. keep information secret from otherstr.
- She tried to hide her disappointment from her friends.
Noun
1.
leatherskin of a large animal used for leather
- The hide was tanned to make leather.
2.
secret roomUK place of concealment for valuables or oneselfUK
- The jewels were hidden in a secret hide.
3.
wildlife observationTECH. UK place for observing animals without being seenTECH. UK
- We sat quietly in the hide, watching the birds.
4.
- He risked his hide to save others.
Images of hide
skin of a large animal used for leather 
place for observing animals without being seen
Expressions with hide
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stand behind something to avoid being seen
The cat likes to hide behind the curtains.
go into hiding for safety or secrecy
They had to hide out until the police left.
cover one's face to avoid being seen
She hid her face with a scarf.
not show emotions
He tried to hide his feelings during the meeting.
ignore a problem or unpleasant situation
She tends to hide her head in the sand when facing issues.
punish someone severely for their actions
If you break the vase, Mom will have your hide.
remain unnoticed by blending into surroundings
The spy managed to hide in plain sight at the gala.
conceal one's real character or intentions
He tried to hide his true colors during the interview.
escape danger or trouble, especially for personal safety
He lied to save his hide from punishment.
protect oneself from danger or trouble
He lied to save his own hide from punishment.
scold someone harshly
The coach tanned his hide for being late to practice.
conceal various faults or imperfections effectively
A fresh coat of paint can hide a multitude of sins.
make something not visible to others
She tried to hide from sight behind the tree.
stay in dark places to avoid being seen or noticed
He tried to hide in the shadows during the night.
go to a place where one is unlikely to be found
After the scandal, he chose to hide away in a remote village..
conceal embarrassment or awkwardness by acting as if nothing is wrong
He tried to hide his embarrassment by laughing it off.
state of having no secrets or hidden information
In our relationship, we have nothing to hide.
avoid being found or detected
The spy had to play hide and seek with the enemy agents.
keep something secret from others
He decided to hide in the closet his true feelings about the project.
children's game where players hide and one seeks them
The kids played hide-and-seek in the backyard all afternoon..
keep real facts secret so others do not know them
They decided to hide the truth from their parents.
children's game where players hide and one seeks
The kids played hide-and-go-seek in the backyard.
expressing anger or frustration towards someone
Damn your hide for breaking my favorite vase!
trace or evidence of something missing
We found hide nor hair of the missing cat.
Origin of hide
Old English, hyd (covering)
Terms with hide included in their meaning
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fashion
clothing made from treated animal hide for motorcycle riders
concealment
cover the face to hide identity
costume
something worn to hide one's identity
transformation
change appearance to hide identity
identity
name used to hide true identity
avoid capture
hide oneself to avoid being found or caught
concealment
wearing a disguise to hide identity
small letters
written in very small letters, often to hide details
fashion
man‑made material used instead of animal hide for similar products
concealing
serving to hide or obscure
concealment
hide or separate something by covering it with fabric
emotion
hide true feelings or intentions
secrets
become known despite efforts to hide
hide skillfully
conceal something in the hand
manufacturing
convert animal hide into leather
social rule
refers to the idea that men must hide their feelings
safety
hide and stay protected inside an underground shelter
psychology
hide your emotions from others
military
use of materials to hide military forces
concealment
hide or disguise something to prevent it being noticed
cryptography
method of transforming text to hide its meaning
secrecy
hide something from view or knowledge
hiding view
intended to hide something from view
hide misconduct
conceal an error or wrongdoing, especially to prevent embarrassment or scandal
Examples of hide in a sentence
They hide their valuables in a safe place. She decided to hide behind the curtains when guests arrived. The cat likes to hide under the bed during thunderstorms. He decided to hide the truth to protect his friend. They managed to hide their plans from the competitors. The artisan crafted a bag from buffalo hide.
Cow hide is often used for making shoes. The hide was discovered behind the old bookshelf. They found a hide in the forest used by hunters. The hide was perfect for observing deer. Photographers gathered in the hide at dawn. He was willing to risk his hide for the truth. Save your hide and leave before the storm worsens.
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- French:cacher, cuir brut, ...
- German:verstecken, Haut, ...
- Italian:nascondere, pelle, ...
- Spanish:esconder, piel, ...
- Portuguese:esconder, pele, ...
- Chinese:藏, 兽皮, ...
- Japanese:隠す, 革, ...
- Arabic:أَخْفَى, جِلْد, ...
- Hebrew:לְהַחְבִּיא, עוֹר, ...
- Russian:спрятать, шкура, ...
- Ukrainian:ховати, шкура, ...
- Hindi:छिपाना, खाल, ...
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