mask
1 of 2noun/mæsk/
Forms:masks
1
a covering worn on the face to hide identity or appearance
B2Learn more on Wikipedia- She wore a mask to the masquerade ball.
- The thief put on a mask to avoid recognition.
- Actors donned masks for the traditional play.
- The mask covered his entire face.
- Children made paper masks for Halloween.
2
an action, behavior, or strategy intended to hide, disguise, or obscure something
- His calm demeanor was a mask for his anxiety.
- The apology was a mask to cover the real intentions.
- She used humor as a mask to hide her disappointment.
- The politician's speech was a mask for underlying corruption.
- The cheerful decorations were a mask for the empty hall.