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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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