Hide - definition of hide by The Free Dictionary 1 to put or keep (oneself or an object) in a secret place; conceal (oneself or an object) from view or discovery: to hide a pencil; to hide from the police 2 (tr) to conceal or obscure: the clouds hid the sun
hide - WordReference. com Dictionary of English Hide is the general word: to hide one's money or purpose; A dog hides a bone Conceal, somewhat more formal, is to cover from sight: A rock concealed them from view
American Heritage Dictionary Entry: hide 1 To keep oneself out of sight or notice 2 To seek refuge or respite: "no place to hide from boredom or anger or loneliness" (Matt Teague)