facemask - Wiktionary, the free dictionary (original) (raw)

From face +‎ mask.

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.

covering used to protect the face used for diving

mask made of common textiles worn over the mouth and nose