LURKING PLACE Synonyms
There is 1 hypernym of the phrase lurking place. (close relations)
place
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| covert | adjectiveadj | |||||
adjective • secret or hidden; not openly practiced or engaged in or shown or avowed noun • a flock of coots • a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something adjective satellite • (of a wife) being under the protection of her husband | ||||||
| den | nounn | |||||
noun • the habitation of wild animals • a hiding place; usually a remote place used by outlaws • a unit of 8 to 10 cub scouts • a room that is comfortable and secluded | ||||||
| hideaway | nounn | |||||
noun • a hiding place; usually a remote place used by outlaws • an area where you can be alone | ||||||
| hideout | nounn | |||||
noun • a hiding place; usually a remote place used by outlaws | ||||||
| lair | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • the habitation of wild animals | ||||||
| nest | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • a structure in which animals lay eggs or give birth to their young • a kind of gun emplacement • a cosy or secluded retreat • a gang of people (criminals or spies or terrorists) assembled in one locality • furniture pieces made to fit close together verb • inhabit a nest, usually after building • fit together or fit inside • move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position • gather nests | ||||||
| refuge | nounn | |||||
noun • a safe place • something or someone turned to for assistance or security • a shelter from danger or hardship • act of turning to for assistance | ||||||
| retreat | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • (military) withdrawal of troops to a more favorable position to escape the enemy's superior forces or after a defeat • a place of privacy; a place affording peace and quiet • (military) a signal to begin a withdrawal from a dangerous position • (military) a bugle call signaling the lowering of the flag at sunset • an area where you can be alone • withdrawal for prayer and study and meditation • the act of withdrawing or going backward (especially to escape something hazardous or unpleasant) verb • pull back or move away or backward • move away, as for privacy • move back • make a retreat from an earlier commitment or activity | ||||||
| sanctuary | nounn | |||||
noun • a consecrated place where sacred objects are kept • a shelter from danger or hardship • area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing | ||||||
| shelter | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger • protective covering that provides protection from the weather • the condition of being protected • a way of organizing business to reduce the taxes it must pay on current earnings • temporary housing for homeless or displaced persons verb • provide shelter for • invest (money) so that it is not taxable | ||||||
