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    Den (en. Den)

    /dɛn/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Place where an animal lives or takes refuge, especially a predator.
    The bear returned to its den after searching for food.
    El oso regresó a su den después de buscar comida.
    Room or space in a house designated for rest or leisure.
    My father spends a lot of time in his den reading books.
    Mi padre pasa mucho tiempo en su den leyendo libros.
    Group of people associated for a specific purpose, especially in the context of recreational activities.
    The book club meets in the den of the library.
    El club de lectura se reúne en el den de la biblioteca.

    Etymology

    From Old English 'denu', meaning 'a cave or refuge'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    den of lions
    Situation of great danger or difficulty.
    den de leones
    in one's own den
    In the place where one feels most comfortable.
    en su propio den
    den of rats
    A place full of undesirable or treacherous people.
    den de ratas

    Related Words

    lair
    Refuge or hiding place of an animal.
    guarida
    refuge
    Safe place where someone protects themselves.
    refugio
    cave
    Natural underground cavity that serves as a refuge.
    cueva
    study
    Room intended for work or study at home.
    estudio

    Slang Meanings

    Secret meeting or activity place.
    That old factory is the new den for skaters.
    Esa antigua fábrica es el nuevo den de los skaters.
    Comfort or relaxation zone in a home.
    After a long day, my den is my couch.
    Después de un largo día, mi den es mi sofá.