masque
English
/mæsk/, /mɑːsk/
noun
Definitions
- (archaic) A dramatic performance, often performed at court as a royal entertainment, consisting of dancing, dialogue, pantomime and song.
- (archaic) Words and music written for a masque.
- (archaic) A masquerade.
- A facial mask.
Etymology
Borrowed from French masque (brothel-keeper, witch).
Origin
French
masque
Gloss
brothel-keeper, witch
Concept
Semantic Field
Religion and belief
Ontological Category
Person/Thing