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hides

The correct spelling is hides.

How to pronounce hides

verb

IPA: /haɪdz/

Say it like: Hid-es

The correct spelling is hides. To put (something) in a place where it will be harder to discover or out of sight. For example: "He hides his magazines under the bed."

Usage Examples

He hides his magazines under the bed.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To put (something) in a place where it will be harder to discover or out of sight.
  2. 2.To put oneself in a place where one will be harder to find or out of sight.
  3. 3.To beat with a whip made from hide.

noun

  1. 1.The skin of an animal.
  2. 2.The human skin.
  3. 3.(usually United States) One's own life or personal safety, especially when in peril.
  4. 4.(mainly British) A covered structure from which hunters, birdwatchers, etc can observe animals without scaring them.
  5. 5.A secret room for hiding oneself or valuables; a hideaway.

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