"Lurk" refers to the act of remaining hidden while watching or waiting, often with an intent to observe or ambush, implying a sense of stealthiness. In contrast, "hide" simply means to conceal oneself or something from view, without the connotation of actively observing or waiting. While both involve concealment, lurking has a more proactive and often sinister undertone, whereas hiding can be more passive and neutral.
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Joe never spoke up in the chat room, but rather preferred to lurk there quietly watching other people talk to each other.
Mitching (playing truant from school) probably originated in the Old French muchier, meaning 'hide, lurk'.
To hide, or get out of the way, in a sneaking manner; to lie close, or to move in a furtive way; to lurk., A number of foxes together., Alt. of Skulker
Lurk is a verb.
jellyfish lurk water
He didn't want to go in the party, all he wanted to do was lurk. This is an example sentence using the word lurk.