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squirrel away

 

Definitions from WordNet

Verb squirrel away has 1 sense
  1. hoard, stash, cache, lay away, hive up, squirrel away - save up as for future use
    --1 is one way to save, lay aside, save up
    Sample sentence:
    They squirrel away the money in the closet

Definitions from the Web

Squirrel Away

Description:

The term "squirrel away" is an idiomatic expression that refers to the act of hiding or storing something in a secret or secure place, often done to ensure its safety or to be saved for future use. It can also convey the idea of accumulating or saving money or resources gradually and in a cautious manner.

Parts of Speech:

Verb: The act of hiding or storing something secretly or securely.

Noun: A secret or secure place where something is hidden or stored.

Senses and Usages:

Verb

Sense 1: To hide or store something securely.

Example Sentence: She squirrels away her savings in a secret compartment.

Sense 2: To gradually accumulate or save something, often money or resources.

Example Sentence: They managed to squirrel away enough money to buy their dream house.

Noun

Sense 1: A secret or secure place for hiding or storing things.

Example Sentence: The old house has numerous squirreled-away treasures in its hidden compartments.

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