hideaway

noun

hide·​away ˈhīd-ə-ˌwā How to pronounce hideaway (audio)
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: retreat, hideout

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The resort is a perfect romantic hideaway for young couples. the novelist has a little hideaway in the country where he goes whenever he wants to do some serious writing
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Though many rich and famous types have made Hawaii their hideaway, few of them have opened their spectacular compounds to the public. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2026 The plaid booths, counter-seat stools and general Americana comprise a funky-chic hideaway that has become an iconic late-night destination for generations of Angelenos. — Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026 Its 52 villas, all with private pools and heaps of space, come from the drawing board of Belgian designer Jean-Michel Gathy, and range from lofty beachfront retreats to hillside hideaways. — Chris Schalkx, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2026 Here’s how to make the most of a fall getaway to this mountain hideaway. — Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 19 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hideaway

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First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of hideaway was in 1926

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“Hideaway.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hideaway. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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