subterfuge
Pronunciation:
/ˈsʌbtəɹˌfjuː(d)ʒ//ˈsʌbtəɹˌfjuː(d)ʒ/noun
Definitions
An indirect or deceptive device or stratagem; a blind. Refers especially to war and diplomatics.
Example: Overt subterfuge in a region nearly caused a minor accident.
Deception; misrepresentation of the true nature of an activity.