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(countable) An indirect or deceptive device or stratagem; a blind. Refers especially to war and diplomatics. / (uncountable) Deception; misrepresentation of the true nature of an activity.

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subterfuge

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Source Word

subterfuge

IPA(Pronunciation)

/ˈsʌbtəɹˌfjuːd͡ʒ/

Noun

countable uncountable

(countable) An indirect or deceptive device or stratagem; a blind. Refers especially to war and diplomatics. / (uncountable) Deception; misrepresentation of the true nature of an activity.

Japanese Meaning

戦争や外交などで用いられる、真の意図を隠すための間接的・欺瞞的な策略や手段 / 真実の性質を隠蔽するための欺瞞、いわゆるごまかしや詐欺的な方法