under wraps

prep_phrase — 2 senses

under wraps

prep_phrase
1

In secrecy or in hiding.

  • They're trying to keep the new product under wraps and hidden from their competitors.
2

Hobbies, Horse racing, Horseracing, Horses, Lifestyle, Pets, Racing, Sports Of a horse: restrained from performing at its best in a race, so as to mislead others regarding its potential.

Related terms
keep a lid on

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