Camouflaging: meaning, definitions and examples

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camouflaging

 

[ หˆkรฆmษ™flaสŠdส’ษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

military tactics

Camouflaging refers to the act of concealing or disguising something to make it blend in with its surroundings. This technique is commonly used in military settings to protect soldiers and equipment from enemy detection. By using colors, patterns, and materials that mimic the environment, camouflaging enhances stealth and safety in combat zones. Additionally, it can be applied in nature, as many animals use camouflage to avoid predators or to hunt. The effectiveness of camouflage depends on the environment and the specific tactics employed.

Synonyms

blending, concealment, disguise, hiding

Examples of usage

  • The soldiers were camouflaging their positions in the forest.
  • The chameleon is known for its ability to camouflage with its surroundings.
  • Camouflaging equipment is essential for military operations.
  • Wild animals often camouflage themselves to protect from predators.

Translations

Translations of the word "camouflaging" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น camuflagem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค›เคฟเคชเคพเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Tarnung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kamuflase

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะฐัะบัƒะฒะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kamuflaลผ

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ซใƒขใƒ•ใƒฉใƒผใ‚ธใƒฅ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท camouflage

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ camuflaje

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kamuflaj

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์œ„์žฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุฎููŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ maskovรกnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ maskovanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไผช่ฃ…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ maskiranje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ felulรฝsing

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐัั‹ั€ั‹ะฝัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒ›แƒฃแƒคแƒšแƒแƒŸแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kamuflyaj

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ camuflaje

Etymology

The term 'camouflage' comes from the French word 'camoufler,' meaning 'to disguise,' which was derived from the verb 'camoufler' (to disguise or mask). It first emerged in military contexts during World War I as a way to conceal troops, equipment, and artillery from the enemy by using natural terrain and colors. Over time, the concept evolved beyond military applications and became part of wildlife behavior discussions in biology. The strategic use of camouflage has been observed in nature for centuries, as many species of animals have developed various adaptations to evade predators. Thus, 'camouflaging' represents both a tactical approach in human endeavors and a survival mechanism in the animal kingdom.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,970, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.