masque

Meanings

• noun

  A type of elaborate mask, often used in theatrical performances or masquerade balls.

  - "The masque was adorned with precious stones and gold leaf."
  - "At the masquerade ball, everyone wore a masque to hide their identity."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with masque
mask , task , rask , masked

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Variants

List of all variants of masque that leads to same result
mask , masks , masque , masques

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Etymology

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From the French word 'masque', meaning 'mask'.

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Trivia

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1. Masques were popular in Europe during the Renaissance period.

2. Some masques were so elaborate that they required a team of artists and craftsmen to create them.

3. Masquerade balls are still held today as a form of entertainment and social event.

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Related Concepts

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1. Theatre: Masques are a type of theatrical performance.

2. Mask: A masque is a type of mask.

3. Masquerade ball: A social event where guests wear masks.

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Culture

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In European history, masques were elaborate performances that combined elements of theatre, dance, and music. They were often held at royal courts and aristocratic houses as entertainment for the nobility.

How to Memorize "masque"

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the word 'mask' and the fact that it comes from the French word 'masque'.

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