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mask

/mæsk/
Meanings
  • noun

    An object used to cover the face, usually for protection, disguise, or performance.

  • verb

    To hide or conceal one's identity or emotions.

Pronunciation
  1. /mæsk/



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Synonyms

mascaron , vizard
Rhymes
Words rhyming with mask
mask , task , clasp , rasp , lap , tap , gulp , cup , sup
Homonyms
Words having the same spelling or pronunciation but different meanings and origins

  1. Mass (en) : A large quantity of something.

  2. Mass (en) : A religious service or gathering.

  3. Moss (en) : A type of plant growth that forms a dense green cover on trees, rocks, or other surfaces.

  4. Mask (en) : An object used to cover the face.

  5. Mace (en) : A heavy, blunt weapon with a large head, used for crushing or breaking.

  6. Mayse (en) : A story or tale.

Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

  1. mass, mask, moss, mask, mace, mayse

Variants
List of all variants of mask that leads to same result
mask , masks , masque , masques , masked , masking , masklike , mask acne , death mask , death masks , face mask , face mask penalties , face mask penalty , face masks , gas mask , gas masks , oxygen mask , oxygen masks , procedural face mask , procedural face masks , procedural mask , procedural masks , procedure face mask , procedure face masks , procedure mask , procedure masks , shadow mask , shadow masks
Forms
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masks, masked, masking

Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The word 'mask' comes from the Old French masque, which means 'disguise' or 'covering'.

Trivia
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  1. Masks have been used in various forms of art, such as painting, sculpture, and theater.

  2. The ancient Greeks used masks in their theater productions to represent different characters and emotions.

  3. During the Carnival celebrations in Venice, Italy, people wear elaborate masks and costumes to hide their identities and enjoy anonymity.

Related Concepts
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  1. Disguise: A disguise is a way of changing one's appearance to hide one's true identity or intentions.

  2. Costume: A costume is a set of clothing and accessories worn for a particular role or occasion, often including masks.

Culture
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Masks have been used in various cultures throughout history for different purposes, such as religious ceremonies, theater performances, and protection during wars.

How to Memorize "mask"

  1. visualize

    - To visualize a mask, imagine a face-covering object made of various materials such as leather, metal, or fabric.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'mask' with the idea of hiding or concealing one's identity.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'My Ancient Shield Keeps Evil', where 'M' stands for 'mask', 'A' for 'ancient', 'S' for 'shield', 'K' for 'keeps', and 'E' for 'evil'.

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