物陰
Meanings
1
place hidden from view; hiding place; cover
Refers to a spot concealed by something, such as behind a wall, tree, or large object. Often used when someone hides or something is out of sight.
The culprit was hiding behind something.
A cat jumped out from behind a hiding place.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉に隠れるto hide behind/in a concealed spot
He hid behind cover and watched what was happening.
- 〈場所〉から覗くto peek out from behind cover
A child was peeking out from behind cover.
- 〈場所〉に身を潜めるto conceal oneself in a hidden spot
The suspect was concealing himself behind cover.