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facemask

noun

  1. orthodontic headgear
  2. a mask or protective covering for the face or part of the face
  3. a covering (as of polypropylene fiber or cotton fabric) for the mouth and nose that is worn especially to reduce the spread of infectious agents (such as viruses or bacteria)
  4. a device usually covering the mouth and nose to facilitate delivery of a gas (such as a general anesthetic)
  5. a covering typically attaching to the front of a helmet that consists of a hard, clear material (such as polycarbonate) or a cage of metal (such as steel or a titanium alloy) and is worn to protect the wearer's face from injury
  6. or face mask penalty (American football): a penalty imposed on a player for grabbing and pulling an opponent's face mask during play
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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /ˈfeɪs.mæsk/ / /ˈfeɪs.mɑːsk/

noun

Etymology: From face + mask.

  1. A covering used to protect or disguise the face.
  2. A covering used to protect or disguise the face.
  3. A covering used to protect or disguise the face.
  4. A covering used to protect or disguise the face.
  5. A covering used to protect or disguise the face.
  6. A facial mask (cosmetic application).
  7. The part of the helmet that directly covers the face, made of one or more plastic-coated metal bars.
  8. The foul of grasping it during play.
facemask — meaning, definition (noun) · Vinony