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Definition conceal in British English

conceal verb

[transitive] verb
/kənˈsiːl/
1

to prevent someone from seeing or knowing your feelings

Example

He was barely able to conceal his disgust.

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1.1

to not tell someone about something, especially because you are ashamed of it or worried about it

Example

Why did you decide to conceal your true identity?

Example

Concealing evidence from the police is a serious offence.

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2

to hide something so that it cannot be found

Example

The letters had been concealed under a mattress.

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2.1

to cover something so that it is hidden

Example

A long velvet curtain concealed a small doorway.

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Definition conceal in British English