Camouflage Definition

camouflage
noun
  1. an outward semblance that misrepresents the true nature of something; "the theatrical notion of disguise is always associated with catastrophe in his stories"
  2. fabric dyed with splotches of green and brown and black and tan; intended to make the wearer of a garment made of this fabric hard to distinguish from the background
  3. device or stratagem for concealment or deceit
  4. the act of concealing the identity of something by modifying its appearance; "he is a master of disguise"
verb
  1. disguise by camouflaging; exploit the natural surroundings to disguise something; "The troops camouflaged themselves before they went into enemy territory"

"Camouflage" in song lyrics

See how camouflage is used in real songs:

  • "When I the googleplex be the odds, bet you camouflage"
    7L & Esoteric f/ KARMA — Psychohistorians
  • "Cause I'm like the mirage, meltin' to camouflage"
    Apani B. Fly Emcee f/ Sara Kana — Spot Me
  • "This is the Army but we don't rock camouflage"
    Army of the Pharaohs — Time to Rock

Usage tips for "camouflage"

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