hideaway

[ hahyd-uh-wey ]

noun

1. a place to which a person can retreat for safety, privacy, relaxation, or seclusion; refuge:

   His hideaway is in the mountains.

2. hideaway bed.

adjective

1. hidden; concealed; a hideaway compartment for luggage.

hideaway

/ ˈhaɪdəˌweɪ /

noun

1. a hiding place or secluded spot

Word History and Origins

Origin of hideaway¹

1870–75; noun, adj. use of verb phrase (transitive) hide ( something ) away or (intransitive) hide away

Example Sentences

The first one is clearly visible, but soon we’re canvassing every inch of the vehicle hunting for secret hideaways.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s believed Golden State bats are clustering in smaller numbers in rock crevices, swaying palm fronds, freeway underpasses and other hideaways where they’re hard to find.

From Los Angeles Times

Designer Jennifer Gardner says that when you’re searching for furniture and décor for a “you space” in your backyard hideaway, don’t skip that all-important planning step.

From Seattle Times

During his visit, Dunn displayed an intimate knowledge of the Capitol complex, pointing out unmarked rooms such as the “hideaway” that belonged to Hillary Clinton when the former first lady was a New York senator.

From Seattle Times

Once the partners got the green light from her former label for a reissue, they decided it was time to phone the singer at her mountain hideaway.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• hideout
• lair
• refuge