To hide
Example: He hides the key under the table
Definition
"To hide" means to put something or someone in a place where it cannot be seen or found, often to keep it secret or safe. For example, in the phrase 'He hides the key under the table,' it means placing the key where others cannot easily discover it.
Etymology
The verb "to hide" comes from Old English 'hydan,' meaning 'to conceal or keep out of sight.' It is related to similar words in other Germanic languages, such as Old High German 'hutan.' Did you know that the root conveys not just physical concealment but also the idea of protection or shelter?
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"To hide" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 116 commonly used words.
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