Crossword Genius

Hid a hotel round part of USA (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

idaho

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

'usa' is the definition.
The answer and definition can be both locations as well as being singular nouns.
Maybe there's an association between them I don't understand?

'hid a hotel round part' is the wordplay.
'part' indicates a hidden word.
'IDAHO' is hidden within 'hid a hotel round'.

'of' acts as a link.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for idaho that I've seen before include "American state, capital Boise (5)" , "Rocky Mountain state" , "My Own Private -- (1991 film)" , "Another state" , "43rd US state" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror.
Want a hint initially instead of a full solution? Install my app