stash away
B1 informal separable transitive
In simple words
To put something somewhere safe and secret, especially to keep it for later
Literal meaning: To stash (hide) something away from view or reach
Meanings
1 B1 informal
To save or hide money or valuables secretly in a safe place
"She had been stashing away a little money each month without telling anyone."
Grammar: separable
2 B1 informal
To hide objects or supplies in a concealed location
"He stashed away a week's worth of snacks in his desk drawer."
Grammar: separable
Usage notes
Common in both British and American English. Often used for money saved secretly or goods hidden for safekeeping. Has a slightly secretive or sneaky connotation. The word 'stash' alone is also a common noun (e.g., 'a stash of cash').
Commonly used with
money cash savings food supplies valuables evidence
Forms
Base
stash away
I/you/we/they
3rd person
stashes away
he/she/it
Past simple
stashed away
yesterday
Past participle
stashed away
have + pp
-ing form
stashing away
continuous
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