closeted

UK
/ˈklɒz.ɪtɪd/
US
/ˈklɑː.zətɪd/
closetedadjective
more closeted
Comp.
most closeted
Super.
UK
/ˈklɒz.ɪ.tɪd/
US
/ˈklɑː.zɪ.tɪd/
Translations
He lived a closeted life, hiding his true identity.
Он вел скрытую жизнь, пряча свою истинную личность.
She was a closeted supporter of the movement.
Она была тайным сторонником движения.
Additional translations
Definitions
Describing someone who keeps their sexual orientation or gender identity secret.
He remained closeted for many years, fearing the reaction of his family and friends.
Describing someone who keeps a particular belief, interest, or aspect of their identity hidden from others.
She was a closeted fan of science fiction, only discussing it with her closest friends.
Secluded or confined in a private room, especially for consultation or deliberation.
The negotiators remained closeted in the conference room for hours.
closetnoun
Definitions
A small room or compartment for storing clothes or household items.
She hung her coat in the closet before entering the living room.
A state of secrecy or concealment, especially about one's sexual orientation.
He decided to come out of the closet and share his true identity with his friends.
(chiefly British, informal) A flush toilet (often used with 'water' as 'water closet').
The old cottage still had a closet at the end of the garden.
(archaic) A small private room used for study, prayer, or intimate consultation.
In the manor house he kept a little closet where he read and prayed every morning.
closetadjective
Definitions
Kept secret or hidden; not openly acknowledged.
She was a closet admirer of romantic poetry.
closetverb

closeted

Past Simple

closeted
Past Simple
closeted
Past Participle
closeting
Gerund
UK
/ˈklɒz.ɪt/
US
/ˈklɑː.zət/
Translations
She will closet herself in the office until the report is done.
Она закроется в офисе, пока не закончит отчет.
He decided to closet himself in his room to finish the project.
Он решил уединиться в своей комнате, чтобы закончить проект.
Additional translations
Definitions
To shut away in a private room for a period of time.
She closeted herself in her office to finish the report.
To keep something secret or hidden.
He closeted his true feelings about the decision.