verb
embozar
cover oneself
Cubrir parte del rostro con una prenda o tela, dejando solo una parte visible.
Embozar is a Spanish verb with a couple of related meanings. It is derived from the noun "boza," tied to the idea of covering or enveloping.
Meanings:
- To cover or conceal the face: Often used when someone covers their face partially, especially with a scarf, mask, hood, or similar. This can be done to hide identity, stay warm, or protect from the elements.
- To cloak or disguise: More generally, it can mean to mask or hide something, not necessarily the face but in a figurative sense.
Parts of the word:
- Em-: a prefix meaning to put into or cover.
- Bozar: comes from "boza," which refers to the opening (mouth-like opening) of a bag or covering.
Synonyms:
- Cubrirse (to cover oneself)
- Taparse (to cover up)
- Enmascarar (to mask)
- Velar (to veil)
Antonyms:
- Descubrir (to uncover)
- Revelar (to reveal)
Example usage:
- Se embozó con una bufanda para no ser reconocido.
("He covered his face with a scarf so as not to be recognized.")
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Los viajeros se embozaron con telas oscuras para pasar desapercibidos en la noche.verb
The travelers covered themselves with dark cloths to go unnoticed in the night.
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