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Word of the Day – Latibulate

By May 24, 2026Word of the Day

Latibulate (verb) (archaic)

lat-ib-yu-layt

to hide oneself in a corner or a secluded place, usually to seek refuge or escape reality.

from the Latin word latibulum, which means “a hiding place”.

Example sentences

“Weekends during tourist season just make me want to latibulate in a corner somewhere.”

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