"mask" | Definition and Related Words

Noun

A covering to disguise or conceal the face (synset 103730361)
is a type of:
- covering - an artifact that covers something else (usually to protect or shelter or conceal it)
- disguise - any attire that modifies the appearance in order to conceal the wearer's identity
subtypes:
- domino, eye mask, half mask - a mask covering the upper part of the face but with holes for the eyes
- false face - a mask worn as part of a masquerade costume
Activity that tries to conceal something (synset 101051399)
"no mask could conceal his ignorance"; "they moved in under a mask of friendship"

is a type of: concealing, concealment, hiding - the activity of keeping something secret
A party of guests wearing costumes and masks (synset 108270371)
is a type of: party - a group of people gathered together for pleasure

subtypes: fancy-dress ball, masked ball, masquerade ball - a ball at which guests wear costumes and masks

same as: masque, masquerade, masquerade party
A protective covering worn over the face (synset 103730526)
is a type of: protection, protective cover, protective covering - a covering that is intend to protect from damage or injury
subtypes:
- face mask - mask that provides a protective covering for the face in such sports as baseball or football or hockey
- gas helmet, gasmask, respirator - a protective mask with a filter; protects the face and lungs against poisonous gases
- welder's mask - a mask that you wear for protection when doing welding

Verb

Hide under a false appearance (synset 202152033)
"He masked his disappointment"

is a type of: disguise, mask - make unrecognizable

same as: cloak, dissemble
Put a mask on or cover with a mask (synset 201361031)
"Mask the children for Halloween"

is a type of: cover - provide with a covering or cause to be covered
Make unrecognizable (synset 202163017)
"The herb masks the garlic taste"; "We disguised our faces before robbing the bank"

is a type of: conceal, hide - prevent from being seen or discovered
subtypes:
- cloak, dissemble, mask - hide under a false appearance
- dissimulate - hide (feelings) from other people
- masquerade - take part in a masquerade
- camouflage - disguise by camouflaging; exploit the natural surroundings to disguise something
same as: disguise
Cover with a sauce (synset 201361558)
"mask the meat"

referred to in: cookery, cooking, preparation - the act of preparing something (as food) by the application of heat

entail: cook - transform and make suitable for consumption by heating

is a type of: cover - provide with a covering or cause to be covered
Shield from light (synset 201361440)
referred to in: photography, picture taking - the act of taking and printing photographs

is a type of: cover - provide with a covering or cause to be covered

same as: block out