cubbyhole

/ˈkʌbɪhaʊl/

Definitions

1. noun

A small, enclosed space, often used for storage or hiding, especially in a room or office.

“The employee hid her favorite mug in her cubbyhole to keep it safe from her coworkers.”

2. verb

To put or store something in a small, enclosed space, especially in a room or office.

“She cubbyholed the file on the top shelf of her desk to keep it out of sight.”

Synonyms

  • alcove
  • nook
  • nooklet

Antonyms

  • expanse
  • open space