Den

/dˈɛn/

/ˈdɛn/

Den

the hidden place where a wild predatory animal lives

synonyms : lair

a small, cozy room in a house, typically used as a private study, home office, or a space for relaxation and entertainment

a unit of 8 to 10 cub scouts

a hiding place; usually a remote place used by outlaws

synonyms : hideaway

Examples

1. Someone just bearded him in his den.

2. a young reporter thrown into the lion's den

3. Today I walked straight into his office and bearded the lion in his den.

4. I felt like I was walking into the lion's den when I went in front of the board for my annual review.