camouflage
//ˈkæm.ə.flɑːʒ//
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.
Synonym
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.