mask meaning and definition

MASK noun

Definition of mask (noun)

1. a covering to disguise or conceal the face
2. activity that tries to conceal something
   • "no mask could conceal his ignorance"; "they moved in under a mask of friendship"
3. a party of guests wearing costumes and masks
   • synonyms: masque, masquerade, masquerade party
4. a protective covering worn over the face

MASK verb

Definition of mask (verb)

1. hide under a false appearance
   • "He masked his disappointment"
   • synonyms: cloak, dissemble
2. put a mask on or cover with a mask
   • "Mask the children for Halloween"
   • antonym: unmask
3. make unrecognizable
   • "The herb masks the garlic taste"; "We disguised our faces before robbing the bank"
   • synonyms: disguise
4. cover with a sauce
   • "mask the meat"
5. shield from light
   • synonyms: block out