Stow away

verb

To put or pack something in a place where it will not be easily found or noticed.

She stowed away her passport in a safe place.
Visual representation of "stow away" - To put or pack something in a place where it will not be easily found or noticed.

Often appears as...

  • stow away luggage
  • stow away belongings
verb

To secretly hide on a vehicle (like a ship or airplane) to travel without permission or without paying.

The young boy tried to stow away on a ship to America.
Visual representation of "stow away" - To secretly hide on a vehicle (like a ship or airplane) to travel without permission or without paying.

Often appears as...

  • stow away on ship
  • stow away on train
verb

To put or pack something in a place where it will not be easily found or noticed.

She stowed away her passport in a safe place.
Visual representation of "stow away" - To put or pack something in a place where it will not be easily found or noticed.

Often appears as...

  • stow away luggage
  • stow away belongings
verb

To secretly hide on a vehicle (like a ship or airplane) to travel without permission or without paying.

The young boy tried to stow away on a ship to America.
Visual representation of "stow away" - To secretly hide on a vehicle (like a ship or airplane) to travel without permission or without paying.

Often appears as...

  • stow away on ship
  • stow away on train
Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "stow away"
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Secrecy Nuance

Used when the intent is to keep something hidden from view or unknown to others.

Illustration for Secrecy Nuance
I'll stow away the gifts before the kids come home.
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Protection Implication

Implies protecting something by keeping it in a secure location.

Illustration for Protection Implication
Stow away the confidential files in the locked cabinet.
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Emotional Undertone

Sometimes used figuratively to describe hiding emotions or thoughts.

Illustration for Emotional Undertone
He stowed away his feelings and put on a brave face.
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Secrecy Nuance

Used when the intent is to keep something hidden from view or unknown to others.

Illustration for Secrecy Nuance
I'll stow away the gifts before the kids come home.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Protection Implication

Implies protecting something by keeping it in a secure location.

Illustration for Protection Implication
Stow away the confidential files in the locked cabinet.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Emotional Undertone

Sometimes used figuratively to describe hiding emotions or thoughts.

Illustration for Emotional Undertone
He stowed away his feelings and put on a brave face.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Secrecy Nuance

Used when the intent is to keep something hidden from view or unknown to others.

Illustration for Secrecy Nuance
I'll stow away the gifts before the kids come home.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Protection Implication

Implies protecting something by keeping it in a secure location.

Illustration for Protection Implication
Stow away the confidential files in the locked cabinet.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Emotional Undertone

Sometimes used figuratively to describe hiding emotions or thoughts.

Illustration for Emotional Undertone
He stowed away his feelings and put on a brave face.
Visual representation of the word "Stow away"

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