Facemask

//ˈfeɪs.mæsk// noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A covering used to protect or disguise the face.; A diving mask.
  2. 2
    A covering used to protect or disguise the face.; A surgical mask.
  3. 3
    A covering used to protect or disguise the face.; A mask made of common textiles worn over the mouth and nose, such as a bandana, handkerchief, or scarf.
  4. 4
    A covering used to protect or disguise the face.; A dust mask.
  5. 5
    A covering used to protect or disguise the face.; A respirator.
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  1. 6
    A facial mask (cosmetic application).
  2. 7
    The part of the helmet that directly covers the face, made of one or more plastic-coated metal bars. Canadian
  3. 8
    The foul of grasping it during play. Canadian

Synonyms

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facial mask

Example

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"Selbewongel remains fearful of spreading the disease to her daughter — 17-year-old Hanan Mustefa, a high school junior — so she continues to wear a facemask and gloves."

Etymology

From face + mask.

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