Hide

Part of Speech

Verb, Noun

Pronunciation

IPA: /haɪd/

Phonetic: "hyde"

Definitions

• (Verb) To put or keep out of sight; conceal.
• (Verb) To keep secret.
• (Noun) The skin of an animal, especially when tanned or prepared for use.
• (Noun) A place of concealment, especially for observing wildlife.

Usage Examples

• She tried to hide the letter in her drawer.
• The deer hide was used to make leather.

Etymology

Derived from Old English "hȳdan" (to conceal), related to Old High German "hūten" (to guard).

Synonyms

• Conceal, cover, obscure, mask, veil

Antonyms

• Reveal, expose, uncover, display

Translations

Regional Pronunciation Variations

Pronounced the same in most English dialects, though some accents may slightly alter vowel stress.

Historical Usage

Used since Old English times, both as a verb meaning "to conceal" and as a noun referring to animal skin.

Cultural Nuances

"Hide" can metaphorically mean avoiding responsibilities or withholding the truth in various cultures.

More Information

In some historical contexts, a "hide" was also a unit of land measurement in medieval England.