closeted
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closeted verb
- To shut away for private discussion.“The ambassador has been closeted with the prime minister all afternoon. We're all worried what will be announced when they exit.”
- To put into a private place for a secret interview or interrogation.
- To shut up in, or as in, a closet for concealment or confinement.
Adjective
closeted adjective
- Not open about one's sexual orientation, romantic orientation, or gender identity.
- (by extension) Not open about some aspect of one's identity, tendency or fondness; secret.
Adjective
closeted adjective
- Confined.“He's spent all day closeted in his room.”
- Sheltered, protected
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