hiding

noun — 4 senses

hiding

noun

/ˈhaɪdɪŋ/

Etymology See hide (Etymology 1)

1

Usually A state of concealment.

After the leaked scandalous stories about his personal life, the celebrity remained in hiding for a few weeks.

2

Usually A place of concealment.

hiding

noun

Etymology See hide (Etymology 2)

1

Literally Skinning (of an animal) to yield a hide (for human use).

2

Colloquial, Figuratively A beating or spanking.

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