disguisers
|dis/guis/ers|
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/dɪsˈɡaɪzərz/
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/dɪsˈɡaɪzəz/
(disguiser)
conceal identity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'disguiser' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'desguisier,' where 'des-' meant 'away' and 'guise' meant 'appearance.'
Historical Evolution
'desguisier' transformed into the Middle English word 'disguisen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'disguise.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to change one's appearance,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to conceal identity or nature.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
individuals or things that disguise or conceal the true nature or identity of something or someone.
The party was filled with disguisers, making it hard to recognize anyone.
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Last updated: 2025/02/12 15:48