Hide Definition & Meaning
hide
- noun
- the dressed skin of an animal (especially a large animal)
- body covering of a living animal
- verb
- prevent from being seen or discovered; "Muslim women hide their faces"; "hide the money"
- be or go into hiding; keep out of sight, as for protection and safety; "Probably his horse would be close to where he was hiding"; "She is hiding out in a cabin in Montana"
- cover as if with a shroud; "The origins of this civilization are shrouded in mystery"
- make undecipherable or imperceptible by obscuring or concealing; "a hidden message"; "a veiled threat"
"Hide" in song lyrics
See how hide is used in real songs:
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"The rhythm is something I cannot hide"
2 Live Crew — So Funky -
"Can't pay for all your rent so you try to hide"
7A3 — Mad Mad World -
"To the mountain side, it was countin' on a cage for a safe place to hide"
9th Prince f/ RZA — Tribute to the 5th Brother
Words that rhyme with hide
Usage tips for "hide"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "hide" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for hide to find words that pair well.