Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tuck-away

verb
/ˈtʌk əˈweɪ/
Definition
To hide something in a safe or concealed place.
Examples
  • She decided to tuck away the money in a secret drawer.
  • He always tucks away his favorite books on the shelf.
  • During the tidy-up, I found a place to tuck away the holiday decorations.
Meaning
The act of placing an item in a secure location for safekeeping, often out of sight.
Synonyms
  • Hide
  • Stow
  • Store
  • Conceal