camouflage
word
Definition
Camouflage is a way of hiding something by making it look similar to its surroundings. It can refer to colors, patterns, or clothes used to blend in so something is hard to see.
Usage & Nuances
'Camouflage' is both a noun and verb, but most often used as a noun. Common in military or animal contexts ('camouflage clothing', 'animal uses camouflage'). It can also mean hiding true feelings or intentions in everyday speech (metaphorical). Don't confuse with 'disguise', which means intentionally changing appearance to look like something else.
Example Sentences
The chameleon uses camouflage to hide from predators.
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Her sadness was hidden behind a careful camouflage of smiles.
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The new phone design uses color camouflage to make the cameras less noticeable.
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Soldiers wear camouflage uniforms in the forest.
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Some insects use camouflage to look like leaves.
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Sometimes, animals’ camouflage is so good that you can barely see them.
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