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Definition hide away in British English

hide away phrasal verb

[intransitive/transitive] phrasal verb
1

to go to a place where no one can find you because you want to be alone

Example

Kate's experiences would have made most people want to hide away.

Example

When he gets depressed, he hides himself away and we never see him.

Synonyms and related words
hide cover obscure
2

to put something in a place where no one can find it

Example

She has some chocolate biscuits hidden away in the cupboard.

Synonyms and related words
hide cover obscure
Definition hide away in British English