Meaning of the word incognito in English

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incognito

US /ˌɪn.kɑːɡˈniː.t̬oʊ/
UK /ˌɪn.kɒɡˈniː.təʊ/

Adjective

having one's true identity concealed

Example:
The celebrity traveled incognito to avoid the paparazzi.
He preferred to remain incognito during his visit.

Adverb

with one's identity concealed

Example:
The detective worked incognito to gather information.
She entered the party incognito, wearing a mask and a wig.

Noun

an assumed or concealed identity

Example:
The prince traveled under an incognito to experience common life.
Maintaining an incognito was crucial for the spy's mission.