camouflage

//ˈkæm.ə.flɑːʒ//
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Visual representation of camouflage

Noun

camouflageSingular
camouflagesPlural
1

The natural coloring or patterns of an animal that allow it to blend in with its surroundings.

The chameleon's camouflage helps it hide from predators.

2

Materials, clothing, or paint used to make soldiers, military equipment, or buildings less visible.

The soldiers wore camouflage to blend in with the forest.

3

Actions or behavior intended to hide or disguise something.

His friendly attitude was just camouflage for his true intentions.

Verb

camouflageInfinitive
camouflagePresent tense
camouflagedPast tense
camouflagedPast participle
camouflagingPresent participle
camouflagesThird-person singular
1

To hide or disguise something by making it blend in with its surroundings.

The soldiers camouflaged their tents with branches and leaves.

2

To conceal the true nature of something.

She tried to camouflage her disappointment with a smile.

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