# hideaway

/ˈhaɪdəˌweɪ/ (US) · /hˈaɪdəwˌeɪ/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/hideaway
Updated: 2026-05-28

## Definition

a secret or quiet place where you can go to be alone and away from other people. It is often a small, cozy spot that feels safe.

For teachers: a secluded or secret place used for shelter or privacy. Often implies a small, intimate space that provides a sense of security from the outside world.

## Examples

- She found a quiet hideaway in the woods to read.
- The old cabin in the mountains served as a perfect hideaway for the couple looking to escape the city.
- While the main house was grand and open, the library was designed as a hideaway, featuring heavy velvet curtains and a fireplace that allowed for hours of undisturbed study.

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