lair
word
/ˈɫɛɹ/
/lˈeə/
Definition
A lair is a secret or hidden resting place where a wild animal lives or sleeps; it can also mean a place where a person hides or feels safe.
Usage & Nuances
Usually refers to animals (like wolves or lions), but can describe a criminal hideout or someone's private retreat. More literary or dramatic than 'den' or 'nest.' Common in fantasy and adventure stories.
Spanish: guarida - madrigueraPortuguese (BR): toca - covilPortuguese (PT): toca - covilChinese (Simplified): 巢穴 - 窝Chinese (Traditional): 巢穴 - 窩Hindi: मांदArabic: وكرBengali: গুহা - বাসাস্থানRussian: логово - берлогаJapanese: 巣穴 - 隠れ家Vietnamese: hang ổ - sào huyệtKorean: 굴 - 소굴Turkish: ini - mağaraUrdu: بل - آماجگاہIndonesian: sarang - markas
Example Sentences
The wolf returned to its lair at sunset.
basic
The bear sleeps all winter in its lair.
basic
The dragon hid in its secret lair.
basic
He disappeared to his messy little lair to work in peace.
natural
The thieves planned their heist from a hidden lair underground.
natural
After a long day, his room became his relaxing lair away from the world.
natural