adjective
dold
hide
Definition & meaning
The word dold is the past participle of the verb dölja and functions as an adjective in Swedish. It means "hidden," "concealed," or "secret." It describes something that is not visible, easily accessible, or known to others.
Depending on the context, it can refer to:
- Physical objects that are out of sight (e.g., hidden behind a curtain).
- Abstract concepts that are obscured (e.g., a hidden agenda or latent talent).
Grammar & Word origin
Grammar:
- dold (common gender, singular)
- dolt (neuter gender, singular)
- dolda (plural/definite form)
The word is derived from the Old Swedish verb dylia, which stems from the Old Norse dylja. It is related to the word dölja , which means "to hide" or "to conceal."
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
Antonyms:
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Examples
Nyckeln är dold under mattan.adjective
The key is hidden under the mat.
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