Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hideout
noun
/ˈhaɪˌdaʊt/
Definition
A place where someone hides, often to avoid detection or capture.
Examples
- The criminals used an abandoned cabin in the woods as their hideout.
- After the storm, the children found a perfect hideout under the large oak tree.
- During the war, many people sought hideouts to avoid being caught.
Meaning
A hideout is typically a secret or secluded location used to escape from others or to stay out of sight, commonly associated with individuals trying to evade law enforcement or those in dangerous situations.
Synonyms
- lair
- refuge
- sanctuary
- secret spot
