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

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