Meaning Of The Word Pretext

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What's The Definition Of Pretext?

pretext
countable noun: A pretext is a reason which you pretend has caused you to do something.

pretext in American English
a false reason or motive put forth to hide the real one; excuse
noun: something that is put forward to conceal a true purpose or object; an ostensible reason; excuse

pretext in British English
noun: a fictitious reason given in order to conceal the real one

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