Kilo Lingo

/oˈkulto/

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Translation

hidden

Word origin

From Latin occultus ('hidden, secret'), the past participle of occulere ('to cover over'). The same root gives English 'occult'.

Origin
Latin
Root
occultus
English cognates
occult

Grammar

Feminineoculta
Masc pluralocultos
Fem pluralocultas

Examples

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There is a hidden treasure on the island.

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Her true intentions were hidden.

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The hidden path leads to the river.

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He kept the money in a hidden place.

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She has a hidden talent for music.

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This word is part of lesson 44.