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guise
UK /ˈɡaɪz/ US /ˈɡaɪz/
noun 3verb 2name 1
Definitions
noun
1
A customary way of speaking or acting; a fashion, a manner, a practice (often used formerly in such phrases as "at his own guise"; that is, in his own fashion, to suit himself.)
1924, Aristotle. Metaphysics. Translated by W. D. Ross. Nashotah, Wisconsin, USA: The Classical Library, 2001. Aristotle. Metaphysics. Book 1, Part 5. dialecticians and sophists assume the same guise as the philosopher
2
An external appearance in manner or dress; an appropriate indication or expression; a garb; a shape.
3
A misleading appearance; a cover, a cloak.
Under the guise of patriotism
Ought we be concerned that our rights to protest are being continually eroded under the guise of enhancing our safety?
verb
1
To dress.
2
To act as a guiser; to go dressed up in a parade etc.
name
1
A surname.
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