The term 'HIDE-AND-SEEK WORD' is a crossword solution that consists of two words: 'HIDE' and 'SEEK'. The two words together refer to the popular children's game of the same name, in which one or more players HIDE and the others SEEK to find them. The game is often used as a metaphor for life, with the hidden players representing those who are trying to avoid being found, while the seekers represent those who are looking for something or someone.