Origin of camouflage

1915–20; < French, equivalent to camoufl(er) to disguise (probably a verbal derivative of camouflet; see camouflet) + -age -age

OTHER WORDS FROM camouflage

Words nearby camouflage

camomile, camoodi, camorra, camorrista, camote, camouflage, camouflet, camoëns, camp, camp bastion, camp bed

Words related to camouflage

veil, mask, cloak, conceal, obscure, blind, beard, front, shroud, masquerade, screen, cover, paint, shade, guise, mimicry, concealment, deceit, dissimulation, masking

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British Dictionary definitions for camouflage

camouflage
/ (ˈkæməˌflɑːʒ) /

noun

the exploitation of natural surroundings or artificial aids to conceal or disguise the presence of military units, equipment, etc
(modifier) (of fabric or clothing) having a design of irregular patches of dull colours (such as browns and greens), as used in military camouflage
the means by which animals escape the notice of predators, usually because of a resemblance to their surroundings: includes cryptic and apatetic coloration
a device or expedient designed to conceal or deceive

verb

(tr) to conceal by camouflage

Word Origin for camouflage

C20: from French, from camoufler, from Italian camuffare to disguise, deceive, of uncertain origin

Scientific definitions for camouflage

camouflage
[ kăm′ə-fläzh′ ]

Protective coloring or another feature that conceals an animal and enables it to blend into its surroundings. Compare warning coloration.