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A piece of knowledge that is hidden and intended to be kept hidden.

The key or principle by which something is made clear; the knack.

Something not understood or known.

Private seclusion.

(in the plural) The genital organs.

(historical) A form of steel skullcap.

(prayer) (in the plural) Any prayer spoken inaudibly and not aloud; especially, one of the prayers in the {{w|Tridentine Mass}}, immediately following the "orate, fratres", said inaudibly by the celebrant.

(rare) To make or keep secret.

(rare) To hide secretly.

Being or kept hidden.

(obsolete) Withdrawn from general intercourse or notice; in retirement or secrecy; secluded.

(obsolete) Faithful to a secret; not inclined to divulge or betray confidence; secretive, separate, apart.

(obsolete) Separate; distinct.