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concealed spaces

[kənˈsiːld speɪsɪz]
nounpl: concealed spaces
espaços ocultos
1. Areas or rooms that are hidden from view, typically built into walls, floors, or ceilings for storage, security, or privacy purposes
The architect designed concealed spaces behind the bookshelves for valuables.
O arquiteto projetou espaços ocultos atrás das prateleiras de livros para objetos de valor.
2. Hidden compartments or voids in a structure used for concealment or storage
The old mansion had several concealed spaces that were discovered during renovation.
A antiga mansão tinha vários espaços ocultos que foram descobertos durante a renovação.
NYC Slang
stash spots / hidey-holes
Synonyms
hidden spacessecret compartmentsconcealed compartmentshidden areassecret spacesespaços secretoscompartimentos ocultos
Antonyms
open spacesexposed areasvisible spacesespaços abertosáreas expostas

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
espaços ocultos / espaços secretos
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
espaços ocultos
Standard usage in commercial and architectural contexts
Rio de Janeiro
espaços secretos / compartimentos escondidos
Both terms used interchangeably
Portugal
espaços escondidos / compartimentos ocultos
More formal usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

behind closed doors
hidden from plain sight
in the shadows
out of view
nos bastidores
longe dos olhos
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