den
/dɛn/ · den
noun
- A small cavern or hollow place in the side of a hill, or among rocks; especially, a cave used by a wild animal for shelter or concealment. Daniel was put into the lions' den.
noun
- A squalid or wretched place; a haunt. a den of vice
noun
- A comfortable room not used for formal entertaining. The family's cozy den was perfect for movie nights.
verb
- To ensconce or hide oneself in (or as in) a den. She dened herself in her room to avoid the party.
Did you know? The phrase 'lion's den' has become a metaphor for a place of danger or a challenging situation, often used to describe a difficult workplace or a competitive environment.