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Definition of hideaway noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary
- He escaped to his hideaway in the country at weekends.
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hideaway noun & adjective
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What does the word hideaway mean?
There are four meanings listed in OED's entry for the word hideaway . See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.
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OED is undergoing a continuous programme of revision to modernize and improve definitions. This entry has not yet been fully revised.
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The earliest known use of the word hideaway is in the 1870s.
OED's earliest evidence for hideaway is from 1871, in the Echo .
hideaway is formed within English, by compounding.
Etymons: hide v. 1 , away adv.
Nearby entries
- hide, n.² Old English–
- hide, n.³ a1300–
- hide, v.¹ Old English–
- hide, v.² 1757–
- hide, v.³ 1610
- hide-all, adj. 1837–
- hide-and-coop, n. 1850–
- hide-and-peep, n. 1832–
- hide-and-seek, n. 1673–
- hide and seek, v. 1830–
- hideaway, n. & adj. 1871–
- hidebind, v. 1642–
- hidebinding, n. 1748
- hide-blown, adj. 1834–
- hidebound, adj. & n. 1559–
- hidebounded, adj. a1640
- hided, adj. ?a1400–
- hide-drogher, n. 1841–
- hide-droghing, n. 1840–
- hidegeld | hidegild, n.¹ Old English–1706
- hidegild | hydegild, n.² Old English–1708
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hideaway, n. & adj. was first published in 1898; not yet revised.
hideaway, n. & adj. was last modified in December 2023.
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The meaning of HIDEAWAY is retreat, hideout. How to use hideaway in a sentence.
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From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English hideaway hide‧a‧way / ˈhaɪdəweɪ / noun [countable] ALONE a place where you can go when you want to be alone Examples from the Corpus hideaway • I am nowhere, suspended in a hideaway. • It is not a cradle or a hideaway. • She has even visited Cyrus' hideaway, a teepee.
1. Hideaway From The World. Meaning: To seek refuge or seclusion from the pressures and distractions of everyday life. Example sentence: After a hectic week at work, she decided to spend the weekend in her cozy cabin in the mountains, hiding away from the world. 2. Hideaway Spot. Meaning: A secret or secluded place where one can retreat or find ...
hideaway: 1 n an area where you can be alone Synonyms: retreat Type of: area a part of a structure having some specific characteristic or function n a hiding place; usually a remote place used by outlaws Synonyms: den , hideout Type of: hiding place a place suitable for hiding something (such as yourself)
Define hideaway. hideaway synonyms, hideaway pronunciation, hideaway translation, English dictionary definition of hideaway. n. 1. A place of concealment; a hideout. 2. A secluded or isolated place. adj. Designed to be stored out of sight, as by folding into a cabinet: a hideaway...
What does the word hideaway mean? There are four meanings listed in OED's entry for the word hideaway. See 'Meaning & use' for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. Entry status. OED is undergoing a continuous programme of revision to modernize and improve definitions.
noun. 1. a place to which a person can retreat for safety, privacy, relaxation, or seclusion; refuge. His hideaway is in the mountains. 2. See hideaway bed. adjective.
Synonyms for HIDEAWAY: hideout, lair, nest, den, hidey-hole, hermitage, concealment, covert, refuge, hidy-hole
The Message of the Song. The message of "Hide Away" is that it's okay to be different, and it's okay to have your own dreams and aspirations. The song is all about empowering people to be themselves, and to pursue their dreams no matter what. It's a powerful message that has resonated with millions of people around the world.
The Meaning Behind The Song: Hideaway by Jacob Collier Jacob Collier's hit song "Hideaway" beautifully captures the essence of self-discovery and finding solace in solitude. With its soulful melody and heartfelt lyrics, this remarkable piece speaks to the universal human experience of seeking refuge and introspection. The song's meaning revolves around the concept of embracing […]
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From the opening chords to the emotional crescendos, "Hideaway" takes listeners on a journey through themes of longing, hope, and personal discovery. The song's powerful lyrics speak to the desire for escape and the need to find solace in the midst of life's challenges. The metaphorical "hideaway" represents a place of refuge, where ...
The Meaning Behind The Song: Hideaway by Cast. Hideaway is a popular song by the British rock band Cast, known for their energetic and melodic tunes. Released as a single in 1999, Hideaway quickly became a fan favorite and is often considered one of the band's signature songs. The lyrics, penned by lead vocalist John Power, carry a profound ...