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cloaked

v.
C1 Advanced US //ˈkɫoʊkt// UK //klˈəʊkt// cloaked

v. to cover something completely with a piece of clothing or a special material. You use this when you want to hide something or make it less visible.

v. to cover or conceal something completely, typically with a garment or a protective layer. Often used in a figurative sense to describe hiding one's true intentions or identity.


SIMPLE

The hikers cloaked themselves in thick blankets to stay warm.

CONTEXTUAL

The detective cloaked his true motives behind a friendly smile while questioning the witnesses.

COMPLEX

The ancient temple was cloaked in a heavy mist, making it nearly impossible for the explorers to navigate the narrow stone steps without losing their way.

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