What is the meaning of hole up?

verb

  • Remain secluded or in hiding.
    • usage: "He is writing his book and is holing up in his study"
  • Score a hole in one.
  • Sleep during winter.
    • usage: "Bears must eat a lot of food before they hibernate in their caves"
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