hiding
word · lemma: hide
Definition
"Hiding" is the action of staying somewhere so you cannot be seen or found, or putting something in a place where others will not notice it. It can describe a person, an animal, or even information that is kept secret.
Usage & Nuances
As a form of "hide," it often appears in continuous tenses: "is hiding," "was hiding." As a noun, it is less common in everyday speech than "hideout" or "place to hide," but it is natural in phrases like "go into hiding" and "a good hiding place." It can also be used figuratively for secrets: "He’s hiding something."
Example Sentences
We found the boy hiding behind the door.
basic
The cat is hiding under the bed.
basic
She is hiding her key in a box.
basic
He’s definitely hiding something from us.
natural
After the scandal, the actor went into hiding for a few months.
natural
This closet is a perfect hiding place for the presents.
natural