camouflaged — disguised or hidden by blending into the surrounding environment so as to be difficult to detect
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: disguised or hidden by blending into the surrounding environment so as to be difficult to detect
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkæməflɑːʒd/
Example Sentences
- My little brother thought he was camouflaged behind the curtain, but his feet were sticking out.
- The stick insect is so well camouflaged that predators often mistake it for a twig.
- He wore a camouflaged jacket to the party, thinking it was 'urban fashion,' but everyone just lost him in the crowd.
camouflaged
ADJECTIVE[/ˈkæməflɑːʒd/]
disguised or hidden by blending into the surrounding environment so as to be difficult to detect
The soldier stayed camouflaged against the jungle leaves, invisible to passing patrols.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'camoufler' meaning 'to disguise,' likely derived from Italian slang 'camuffare' (to disguise); popularized during WWI military camouflage tactics.
Breakdown
camoufl(er) 'to disguise' + -age (noun-forming) + -d (past participle/adjective)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My little brother thought he was camouflaged behind the curtain, but his feet were sticking out.”
“The stick insect is so well camouflaged that predators often mistake it for a twig.”
“He wore a camouflaged jacket to the party, thinking it was 'urban fashion,' but everyone just lost him in the crowd.”
“The military base was camouflaged with nets and painted vehicles to avoid detection from the air.”
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