Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
holed-up
Adjective
/hoʊld ʌp/
Definition
To be confined or sheltered in a safe place, often for a prolonged period.
Examples
- After the storm, the family was holed-up in their house until it passed.
- The suspect was holed-up in an abandoned building for days before surrendering to the police.
Meaning
The term describes a situation where someone is hiding or staying in a secure location, away from danger or unwanted attention.
Synonyms
- secluded
- isolated
- hiding
- cloistered
