ἐπικάλυμα epikályma

Meaning

a covering, i.e. (figuratively) pretext

In the King James Version: cloke

Derivation: from G1943 (ἐπικαλύπτω);

Where it is used

• 1 Peter 2:16 Live in freedom, but do not use your freedom as a cover-up for evil; live as servants of God.