hid Definition
- 1past tense of hide, to put or keep something or someone in a place where it cannot be seen or found
- 2to conceal oneself, to go into or remain in hiding
Using hid: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hid" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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He hid the key under the doormat.
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The children hid behind the sofa and giggled.
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She hid her disappointment from her parents.
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The thief hid the stolen goods in a nearby alley.
hid Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with hid
a children's game in which one player covers their eyes and counts while the other players hide, then the seeker tries to find them
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We used to play hide and seek in the park when we were kids.
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Don't hide your light under a bushel - show everyone what you're capable of!
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I don't trust him - I think he's hiding the ball on this deal.
Summary: hid in Brief
'Hid' [hɪd] is the past tense of 'hide,' meaning to put or keep something or someone in a place where it cannot be seen or found. It can also mean to conceal oneself. Examples include 'He hid the key under the doormat' and 'The children hid behind the sofa and giggled.' Phrases include 'hide and seek,' a children's game, and 'hide one's light under a bushel,' meaning to conceal one's talents or abilities.
