Any similar protective case, whether real or metaphorical.
The silky protective case spun by the larvae of some insects in which they metamorphose, the pupa.
To envelop in a protective case.
To withdraw into such a case.
One's own life or personal safety, especially when in peril.
A secret room for hiding oneself or valuables; a hideaway.
The skin of an animal.
(mainly British) A covered structure from which hunters, birdwatchers, etc can observe animals without scaring them.
A covered structure to which a pet animal can retreat, as is recommended for snakes.
A unit of land and tax assessment of varying size, originally as intended to support one household with dependents.
To put (something) in a place where it will be harder to discover or out of sight.
To put oneself in a place where one will be harder to find or out of sight.
To beat with a whip made from hide.