concealment

[ kuhn-seel-muhnt ]

noun

1. the act of concealing.
2. the state of being concealed.
3. a means or place of hiding.

Other Words From

• noncon·cealment noun
• precon·cealment noun
• recon·cealment noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of concealment¹

1275–1325; Middle English concelement < Anglo-French. See conceal, -ment

Example Sentences

Thompson, who is awaiting sentencing, pleaded guilty in November 2023 to conspiracy to aid and abet drug distribution, money laundering, and concealment money laundering of drug trafficking proceeds.

From Los Angeles Times

Two actions Trump is virtually certain to take: He will order the Justice Department to drop the federal criminal proceedings against him, stemming from his attempt to overturn Biden’s election and his concealment of national security documents at his Florida estate.

From Los Angeles Times

In a statement, Mr Welby said he was "deeply sorry that this abuse happened" and "sorry that concealment by many people who were fully aware of the abuse over many years meant that John Smyth was able to abuse overseas and died before he ever faced justice".

From BBC

But whichever approach is taken, concealment is a crucial part of the profession as the risks from being caught are immense.

From BBC

Alexsanian is charged with one count of conspiracy to launder monetary instruments and three counts of concealment money laundering.

From Los Angeles Times