# concealment

/kənˈsiɫmənt/ (US) · /kənsˈiːlmənt/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/concealment
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

the act of hiding something so that other people cannot see or find it. In the military, it often refers to hiding a vehicle or person to avoid being seen by the enemy.

For teachers: the act of hiding or keeping something secret from view or knowledge. In a military context, it refers to the deliberate use of camouflage or other methods to prevent detection by an adversary.

## Examples

- The soldiers used natural camouflage for the concealment of their position.
- Effective concealment is essential for a sniper to remain undetected while waiting for the target to appear.
- The success of the operation depended entirely on the concealment of the supply line, which had to remain hidden from both aerial reconnaissance and ground patrols.

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