Meaning & use

stash

noun·Everyday

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A hidden supply of something, kept in reserve for future use.

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She kept a secret stash of chocolate in her desk drawer.

Police found a stash of stolen goods hidden in the warehouse.

A note on using this word

Also used as a verb meaning to hide or store something away, as in "stash the cash."

Words with a similar meaning

hoardcache

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Another way to use it

2. verb

To hide or store something away safely, usually for later use.

He stashed his savings in a shoebox under the bed.

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