Meaning of Pretext

English Translation from English to English dictionary online for the word Pretext

1. 1
   n.

   Ostensible reason or motive assigned or assumed as a color or cover for the real reason or motive; pretense; disguise.

2. 2
   n.

   Ostensible reason or motive assigned or assumed as a color or cover for the real reason or motive; pretense; disguise.