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Mask
01
a covering for the face, typically made of cloth, paper, or plastic, worn to protect or hide the face
1.1
a nose and mouth covering that prevents the spread of particles and contaminants
Example
The nurse handed me a mask before entering the isolation room.
During the flu season, I always keep a mask in my bag.
I wore a mask to protect myself and others from germs.
The doctor asked everyone to wear a mask in the waiting room.
I put on a mask before entering the crowded subway train.
1.2
a party of guests wearing costumes and masks
1.3
a substance that the face is covered with temporarily and is then removed in order to clean or improve the skin
02
activity that tries to conceal something
to mask
01
to use a covering, such as a physical mask or other means, to hide or protect one's face
02
hide under a false appearance
03
shield from light
04
cover with a sauce
05
make unrecognizable
Example
At the end of the play, the actors pulled off their masks.
The nurse handed me a mask before entering the isolation room.
During the flu season, I always keep a mask in my bag.
I wore a mask to protect myself and others from germs.
She wore a mask that covered her mouth and nose in crowded places.
