单词 | disguise |
释义 | disguise v. & n. --vtr.   1. (often foll. by as) alter the appearance, sound, smell, etc., of so as to conceal the identity; make unrecognizable (disguised herself as a policewoman; disguised the taste by adding sugar).   2. misrepresent or cover up (disguised the truth; disguised their intentions). --n   1. a a costume, false beard, make-up, etc., used to alter the appearance so as to conceal or deceive. b any action, manner, etc., used for deception.   2. a the act or practice of disguising; the concealment of reality. b an instance of this. Phrases and idioms in disguise   1. wearing a concealing costume etc.   2. appearing to be the opposite (a blessing in disguise). Derivatives disguisement n. Etymology: ME f. OF desguis(i)er (as DIS-, GUISE) |
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