mimetizzazione
camouflage, mimicry
noun mee-meh-teed-dzah-TSYOH-neh Rare
Usage Note
Mimetizzazione derives from mimetizzare (to camouflage), itself from Greek mimetikos (imitative). It is used in both military contexts (camouflage clothing, vehicles) and biology (animal mimicry). The related adjective mimetico describes a camouflage pattern.
Examples
"La mimetizzazione del camaleonte è sorprendente."
Natural Translation
The chameleon's camouflage is remarkable.
Literal Translation
The camouflage of-the chameleon is surprising.
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