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    Mascara (en. Mask)

    /masˈkaɾa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Cosmetic applied to the eyelashes to give them color and volume.
    She put on mascara before going out.
    Ella se puso mascara antes de salir.
    Case or cover of an object to protect or decorate it.
    The mask of the guitar was damaged.
    La mascara de la guitarra estaba dañada.

    Etymology

    From Italian maschera, which means 'mask' or 'covering'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to create a mask
    To create an appearance to conceal the true image or intention.
    hacer una mascara
    mask look
    Look that appears artificial or unnatural due to excessive use of cosmetics.
    mirada de mascara

    Related Words

    makeup
    Set of cosmetic products applied to the skin.
    maquillaje
    eyelashes
    Hairs that grow at the edge of the eyelids.
    pestañas

    Slang Meanings

    To apply makeup excessively.
    You're using so much mascara that you look like a clown.
    Estás usando tanto la mascara que pareces un payaso.
    To have a very artificial appearance.
    Her face looks like a mask, very different from reality.
    Su cara se ve como una mascara, muy distinta de la realidad.