hiding
1 Americannoun
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act of concealing; concealment.
to remain in hiding.
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a secret refuge or means of concealment.
noun
noun
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the state of concealment (esp in the phrase in hiding )
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a place of concealment
noun
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informal a flogging; beating
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to be bound to fail; to face impossible odds
Etymology
Origin of hiding1
First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English; hide 1 + -ing 1
Origin of hiding2
Example Sentences
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“What we’re seeing in middle school is really just sad because they really don’t want anyone to know that their dad is in hiding,” Jung said.
From Salon
TAPALPA, Mexico — The most wanted man in Mexico was hiding out next to a country club.
From Los Angeles Times
Oseguera was discovered hiding out in a wooded retreat in western Jalisco state after authorities tracked a female companion who was visiting, the Mexican military said.
From Los Angeles Times
It was a dandy hiding place, and I proceeded to make myself comfortable.
From Literature
“Some people know,” she said, not looking at me, and I could tell she was hiding something.
From Literature
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