in disguise

Related to word: disguise

Pharse

Definition

  1. When people, objects, or activities are in disguise, they have an appearance that is different from their true nature, often intentionally.

    • She often goes out in disguise to avoid being disturbed by the public.

    • The spy was in disguise as a gardener to get close to the target.

    • This new policy is actually a pay cut in disguise.