Subterfuge

noun

/ˈsʌbtəɹˌfjuː(d)ʒ/

Word Frequency: 0.5

Definitions

1.nounAn indirect or deceptive device or stratagem; a blind. Refers especially to war and diplomatics.

"Overt subterfuge in a region nearly caused a minor accident."

2.nounDeception; misrepresentation of the true nature of an activity.

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