secrets

/ˈsiːkɹɪts/

IPA: /S IY1 K R AH0 T S/

noun

1
A piece of knowledge that is hidden and intended to be kept hidden.
“"Can you keep a secret?" "Yes." "So can I."”
2
The key or principle by which something is made clear; the knack.
“The secret to a long-lasting marriage is compromise.”
3
Something not understood or known.
4
Private seclusion.
“The work was done in secret, so that nobody could object.”
5
(in the plural) The genital organs.
6
A form of steel skullcap.
7
(often in the plural) Any prayer spoken inaudibly and not aloud; especially, one of the prayers in the Mass, immediately following the "orate, fratres", said inaudibly by the celebrant.

Synonyms

verb

1
To make or keep secret.
2
To hide secretly.
“He was so scared for his safety he secreted arms around the house.”

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