Incognito Definition & Meaning

incognito
adverb
  1. without revealing one's identity; "in Holland he lived incognito as a carpenter in the shipyards of the East India company"
adjective
  1. with your identity concealed

"Incognito" in song lyrics

See how incognito is used in real songs:

  • "Underground flow, down low, incognito"
    Apathy — Ain't Nuthin' Nice
  • "Sting like a mosquito, I'm not incognito"
    Donald-D — Syndicate Posse *
  • "For about 12 months I went incognito"
    Fesu — Fallin' Off Da Deep End

Usage tips for "incognito"

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