Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

guising

noun
/ˈɡaɪzɪŋ/
Definition
the act of appearing in disguise or assuming a false appearance
Examples
  • Children go guising on Halloween, visiting homes in costumes to collect candy.
  • In medieval times, entertainers often performed in guising to amuse the audience.
Meaning
Guising refers to the practice of disguising oneself, often for the purposes of entertainment, celebration, or trickery.
Synonyms
  • disguise
  • costume
  • mask
  • pretense