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masking

The correct spelling is masking.

How to pronounce masking

verb

Say it like: Mas-kin-g

The correct spelling is masking. To cover (the face or something else), in order to conceal the identity or protect against injury; to cover with a mask or visor. For example: "to mask a body of troops or a fortess by a superior force, while some hostile evolution is being carried out"

Usage Examples

to mask a body of troops or a fortess by a superior force, while some hostile evolution is being carried out

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To cover (the face or something else), in order to conceal the identity or protect against injury; to cover with a mask or visor.
  2. 2.To disguise; to cover; to hide.
  3. 3.To conceal; also, to intervene in the line of.
  4. 4.To cover or keep in check.
  5. 5.To take part as a masker in a masquerade

noun

  1. 1.The act by which something is masked.
  2. 2.An entertainment at which the guests conceal their faces with masks.
  3. 3.The practice of wearing safety masks.

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