hide

//haɪd//
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Verb

hideInfinitive
hidePresent tense
hidPast tense
hiddenPast participle
hidingPresent participle
hidesThird-person singular
1

To put or keep yourself or something in a place where you or it cannot be seen or found.

She hid the present behind her back.

2

To conceal information, feelings, or the truth from someone.

She tried to hide her disappointment from her friends.

3

To go to or stay in a place where you cannot be seen or found.

The children hid under the bed.

Noun

hideSingular
hidesPlural
1

The skin of an animal, especially when removed to be used for leather.

The hides are used to make leather goods.

2

A place from which to observe wildlife without being seen.

We sat quietly in the hide and watched the birds.

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