CLOAK Definition & Meaning

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cloak

[ klohk ]

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noun

a loose outer garment, as a cape or coat.
something that covers or conceals; disguise; pretense:
He conducts his affairs under a cloak of secrecy.
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verb (used with object)

to cover with or as if with a cloak:
She arrived at the opera cloaked in green velvet.
to hide; conceal:
The mission was cloaked in mystery.

cloak

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noun

a wraplike outer garment fastened at the throat and falling straight from the shoulders
something that covers or conceals

verb

to cover with or as if with a cloak
to hide or disguise

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of cloak¹

1175–1225; Middle English cloke (< Old French ) < Medieval Latin cloca, variant of clocca bell-shaped cape, bell; clock ¹

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Origin of cloak¹

C13: from Old French cloque, from Medieval Latin clocca cloak, bell; referring to the bell-like shape

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As with everything else to do with the app's future, who exactly is attempting to buy it is cloaked in uncertainty.

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At Comic Con in San Diego, Downey Jr appeared on stage concealed behind Doctor Doom's iconic mask and green cloak before unveiling himself to fans.

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The traditional attire is modest, with locals - both men and women - often wearing the pheran, a long, loose cloak.

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On Thursday, five US politicians from across the political divide urged the court to remove what they call the "cloak of secrecy" surrounding the row - which they say has major security implications.

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In an open letter, five US politicians from across the political divide have urged the Tribunal to remove what they call the "cloak of secrecy" surrounding the row - which they say has major security implications.

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