hide 1 (hd)
v. hid (hd), hid·den (hdn) or hid, hid·ing, hidesv.tr.1. To put or keep out of sight; secrete.2. To prevent the disclosure or recognition of; conceal: tried to hide the facts.3. To cut off from sight; cover up: Clouds hid the stars.4. To avert (one's gaze), especially in shame or grief.v.intr.1. To keep oneself out of sight.2. To seek refuge.