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Den

noun
/den/

Meaning

a wild animal's lair or home; a small, comfortable room; a place for illegal activities
a wild animal's lair or home; a small room used for relaxation

Example Sentences

The fox disappeared into its den when it sensed danger approaching.

The bear returned to its den for winter hibernation.

Synonyms

lair, burrow, hideout, retreat, cave
Entry 1
lair, burrow, hideout, retreat
Entry 2
lair, burrow, cave, hideout

Antonyms

open space, exposure, public area, clearing
Entry 1
open space, exposure, public area
Entry 2
open space, clearing

Collocations

animal den, cozy den, thieves' den, bear den, wolf den, den of thieves, family den
Entry 1
animal den, cozy den, thieves' den
Entry 2
bear den, wolf den, den of thieves, family den

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