Synonyms of stashing

stashing 1 of 2

noun

as in hiding

the placing of something out of sight

the stashing of the title to the house in a strongbox that wasn't fireproof was foolish

Synonyms & Similar Words

• hiding
• secretion
• concealment
• caching
• burial
• burying
• interment
• interring
• entombment

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• showing
• display
• exposure
• exhibition
• parading
• unearthing
• disinterment

stashing

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verb

present participle of stash

as in storing

to put (something of future use or value) in a safe or secret place

stashed the extra antifreeze in the trunk of the car

Synonyms & Similar Words

• storing
• hoarding
• accumulating
• stowing
• collecting
• stockpiling
• acquiring
• conserving
• saving
• preserving
• depositing
• keeping
• piling
• treasuring
• caching
• stacking
• laying in
• gathering
• laying up
• assembling
• setting aside
• amassing
• laying away
• putting by
• retaining
• laying by
• salting away
• squirreling (away)
• concealing
• reserving
• holding
• concentrating
• garnering
• scraping (together)
• burying
• secreting
• stocking
• husbanding
• heaping
• withholding
• rounding up
• banking
• picking up
• ensconcing
• setting by
• coffering

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• dumping
• unloading
• discarding
• ditching
• wasting
• casting
• jettisoning
• consuming
• squandering
• spending
• throwing away
• throwing out
• relinquishing
• flinging (off or away)
• surrendering
• blowing
• using up
• handing out
• running through
• expending
• dissipating
• handing over
• depleting
• lavishing
• dispersing
• exhausting
• scattering
• impoverishing
• dispelling
• misspending
• frittering (away)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of stashing

Noun

To maximize space and effortlessly declutter, the top swivels open to reveal a roomy 35-inch compartment perfect for stashing throws, books, and games. — Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Sep. 2026

Researchers believe some kind of ritual marked this massive deposit, as the feasting and decorative objects might correspond to an event that might have propelled the stashing away of these astonishing artifacts, as per Heritage Daily. — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 23 Mar. 2026

The Rams have 10 picks in this year’s draft, and that’s too many for any team, but especially one that has been drafting and stashing players after the first round for a few years. — Nate Atkins, New York Times, 17 Feb. 2026

Their sleek silhouette, flexible design, and shorter style make these boots perfect for wearing on travel days or stashing in your suitcase. — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 29 Jan. 2026

Verb

Its two large outer patch pockets are useful for stashing items on the go, while its large internal zipped pocket could safely store a laptop. — Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 31 Aug. 2026

Sticky Outdoor Toys Instead of stashing dirty or damaged outdoor toys back on the shelf, go through every item and carefully inspect it, discarding any broken or torn toys and giving dirty ones a good deep clean. — Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 23 Aug. 2026

There is no question that Cruz, a fifth-round rookie, is a big-time athlete for his size, and a lesser team would have no problem stashing the lineman on the bottom of its roster for development. — Matt Barrows, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026

Unlike the Spanx AirEssentials style, these pants feature side slant pockets ideal for stashing your phone, keys, and sunglasses on long travel days. — Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 19 Aug. 2026

Multiple internal and external compartments keep you ultra-organized; and there’s a dedicated laptop pocket for stashing your computer. — Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 12 Aug. 2026

There’s a generous central compartment for stashing medium-sized notebooks and planners, a Kindle, your phone, and more. — Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 10 Aug. 2026

Perfect for stashing in lunch boxes, the convenient squeezable pouches help keep messes to a minimum. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 5 Aug. 2026

Convert it into a mini bar by stashing liquor in the side cabinets, glasses in the center, and cocktail napkins in the top two drawers. — Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 24 July 2026