[ 'kaməflα:ʒ ]
■ noun
1》 the disguising of military personnel and equipment by painting or covering them to make them blend in with their surroundings.
↘the clothing or materials used for such a purpose.
2》 the natural colouring or form of an animal which enables it to blend in with its surroundings.
■ verb hide or disguise by means of ~.
Origin
First World War: from Fr., from camoufler 'to disguise'.