Meaning of Guise | Babel Free

Definitions

1. A surname.
2. Deliberate misspelling of guys.
   Internet, alt-of, deliberate, misspelling, plural, plural-only
3. 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.)
4. An external appearance in manner or dress; an appropriate indication or expression; a garb; a shape.
5. A misleading appearance; a cover, a cloak.

Equivalents

Examples

“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”

“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?”

“This was almost like⟳ a behind-closed-doors pre-season friendly in an international guise so it comes as no surprise⟳ that England lacked the sort⟳ of sharpness and inspiration that would have⟳ come⟳ with more match⟳ practice.”

“But in the blink of an eye, you kissed me goodbye And the taste⟳ of your lips left me mortified They were cold, full of spite And under a guise You promised we'd both be dead that night”

“Sup guise? — What's up, guys?”

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