tuck away
Third Person
tucks away
Present Participle
tucking away
Past Tense
tucked away
Past Participle
tucked away
1
to put something in a safe or hidden place for later use or to keep it out of sight
transitive
- The secluded cabin is tucked away in the dense forest for a peaceful retreat.
- She decided to tuck away her savings for a future trip.
- He tucked away the important documents in a locked drawer.
- She always tucks away her favorite book on the top shelf.
- He tucked away his passport in a secret pocket of his suitcase.
2
to consume a significant amount of food
transitive
- After the hike, he tucked away a hearty meal to replenish his energy.
- The team tucked away a satisfying lunch before the big game.
- She tucked the delicious dish away during the family dinner.
- The group enthusiastically tucked away the buffet of desserts at the celebration.
- At the party, guests eagerly tucked away the mouth-watering appetizers.