Camouflager: meaning, definitions and examples

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camouflager

 

[ ˈkæməˌflɑːdʒər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

military application

A camouflager is a person or thing that uses the principles of camouflage to disguise themselves or objects in order to blend in with their surroundings. This is commonly done in military contexts to avoid detection by enemies.

Synonyms

cloaker, concealer, disguiser.

Examples of usage

  • The camouflager painted the tanks to match the environment.
  • As a skilled camouflager, she was able to hide from enemy troops.
  • The camouflager set up nets and foliage to conceal the camp.
  • He worked as a camouflager, helping soldiers remain undetected.

Translations

Translations of the word "camouflager" in other languages:

🇵🇹 camuflador

🇮🇳 कैमोफ्लाजर

🇩🇪 Tarnung

🇮🇩 penyamaran

🇺🇦 камуфляжер

🇵🇱 kamuflażer

🇯🇵 カモフラージュ

🇫🇷 camouflage

🇪🇸 camuflador

🇹🇷 kamuflajcı

🇰🇷 위장자

🇸🇦 مموه

🇨🇿 maskování

🇸🇰 kamufláž

🇨🇳 伪装者

🇸🇮 kamuflažer

🇮🇸 feluljari

🇰🇿 жасырушы

🇬🇪 კამუფლაჟერი

🇦🇿 kamuflyajçı

🇲🇽 camuflador

Etymology

The term 'camouflage' originates from the French word 'camoufler', which means to disguise or conceal. The usage of camouflage dates back to the early 20th century, particularly during World War I, when military forces began adopting techniques to blend in with natural surroundings to protect themselves from enemy detection. The term evolved into various applications, leading to the creation of specialized roles for individuals skilled at employing these techniques. 'Camouflager' thus refers specifically to those who apply camouflage principles in a professional or tactical context.