facemask

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English

Etymology

From face +‎ mask.

Pronunciation

Noun

facemask (plural facemasks)

  1. A covering used to protect or disguise the face.
    1. (underwater diving) A diving mask.
    2. (medicine) A surgical mask.
    3. A mask made of common textiles worn over the mouth and nose, such as a bandana, handkerchief, or scarf.
    4. A dust mask.
    5. A respirator.
  2. A facial mask (cosmetic application).
  3. (American football, Canadian football) The part of the helmet that directly covers the face, made of one or more plastic-coated metal bars.
  4. (American football, Canadian football) The foul of grasping it during play.

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