English dictionary
mask
nounAudio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- activity that tries to conceal something
noun
- a covering to disguise or conceal the face
noun
- a protective covering worn over the face
noun
- a party of guests wearing costumes and masks
verb
- put a mask on or cover with a mask
verb
- shield from light
verb
- cover with a sauce
verb
- hide under a false appearance
verb
- make unrecognizable
Example sentences
no mask could conceal his ignorance
they moved in under a mask of friendship
Mask the children for Halloween
mask the meat
He masked his disappointment
The herb masks the garlic taste
We disguised our faces before robbing the bank