English Explanatory Dictionary

under the carpet

English dictionary entry

Meanings

prep_phrase
  1. So as to be hidden from plain view (and thus easily ignored or overlooked).
  2. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see under, carpet.

Pronunciation

En-au-under the carpet.ogg

Word forms

under the carpet

Synonyms

under the rug

Related words

paper over
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