Meaning of the word concealment in English

What does concealment mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

concealment

US /kənˈsiːl.mənt/
UK /kənˈsiːl.mənt/

Noun

1.

the action of hiding something or preventing it from being known

Example:
The police suspected concealment of evidence.
Her sudden departure was a deliberate act of concealment.
2.

a place used for hiding something or someone

Example:
The cave provided excellent concealment for the fugitives.
They used the dense foliage as concealment from their pursuers.