hiding
hiding Lexical Profile
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• noun
The action of concealing oneself or remaining out of sight, or a state of being concealed (especially in the phrase 'in hiding').
"The fugitive remained in hiding for several months before finally surrendering to the authorities."
British A severe physical beating, thrashing, or decisive defeat (informal).
"The defending champions suffered a humiliating hiding in the final match of the tournament."
• verb
To put or keep someone or something out of sight, or to conceal oneself from view (present participle of hide).
"The children were hiding behind the heavy velvet curtains during their game."
To keep a feeling, fact, or piece of information secret or unexpressed (present participle of hide).
"She had a difficult time hiding her disappointment when the concert was canceled."
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Word Origin & Etymology
As a noun meaning concealment, it derives from the Old English verb 'hydan' (to conceal). The informal British sense meaning a physical beating or thrashing comes from a separate Old English root, 'hyd' (animal skin or hide), referring to the act of flogging someone's skin.