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Den
01
the hidden place where a wild predatory animal lives
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
dens
Examples
Bears often construct dens in caves or burrow into the ground for hibernation during the winter months.
02
a unit of 8–10 Cub Scouts within a larger pack
Examples
Each den met weekly for activities and games.
03
a small, cozy room in a house, typically used as a private study, home office, or a space for relaxation and entertainment
Examples
He retreats to his den every evening to read or work in peace.
04
a secluded or secret place used as a refuge, often by outlaws
Examples
They returned to their den after the theft.
