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hideout

2 synonyms for hideout, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A place where someone hides, often to avoid capture.

Synonyms

Less common

Still standard English, but they carry more weight.

den

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

How to use hideout

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

a secret hideout track someone to their hideout

Etymology

Formed from "hide" plus "out."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “hideout” mean?
The word “hideout” means a place where someone hides, often to avoid capture. In plain terms, a hiding place, especially one used by someone avoiding the law or hiding from danger.
How do you pronounce “hideout”?
“Hideout” is pronounced HYD-owt (/ˈhaɪdˌaʊt/ in IPA).
How do you use “hideout” in a sentence?
Here is “hideout” used in a sentence: “Police finally tracked the fugitive to his hideout in the woods.”
What part of speech is “hideout”?
“Hideout” is a noun.

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