stow

verb
UK /stəʊ/
US /stoʊ/

To put something away in a safe place.

She stowed her backpack under the seat.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. To pack or load goods tightly into a ship, aircraft, or vehicle.

The crew stowed the cargo before the storm hit.

3. To hide or conceal oneself in a vehicle, especially secretly.

He stowed away on a ship bound for Europe.

4. To arrange or fold something neatly so it takes up little space.

Stow the sails carefully so they stay dry.