Hideout
'haɪdaʊt
Definitions
A place where someone goes to hide, typically from the authorities, enemies, or the public.
'haɪdaʊt
A secret place where someone goes to hide or stay safe.
The robbers used an abandoned warehouse as their hideout.
💡 Simply: Imagine you and your friends build a secret clubhouse in the woods – that's your hideout! It's a place where you can escape from the grown-ups or keep your secret snacks safe.
👶 For kids: A hideout is a secret place where you can go to hide, like under the bed or in a tent.
More Examples
The children created a hideout in the forest.
The detectives searched the area, hoping to find the fugitive's hideout.
How It's Used
"The police raided the gang's hideout, capturing several suspects."
"The survivors established a hideout in the abandoned cabin to protect themselves from the storm."
From 'hide' (to conceal) and 'out' (referring to a place where one conceals oneself). The term emerged in the 19th century.
Historically, 'hideout' was used in literature and historical accounts to describe temporary shelters or secret locations, particularly in the context of rebels, outlaws, and those fleeing persecution.
Memory tip
Think of a secret fort or a safe place away from the outside world.
Word Origin
"to conceal or keep out of sight"