masque also mask (m sk)n. 1. A dramatic entertainment, usually performed by masked players representing mythological or allegorical figures, that was popular in England in the 16th and early 17th centuries. 2. A dramatic verse composition written for such an entertainment. 3. See masquerade. [French; see mask.] |
masque, mask [mɑːsk]
n
1. (Performing Arts / Theatre) a dramatic entertainment of the 16th to 17th centuries in England, consisting of pantomime, dancing, dialogue, and song, often performed at court
2. (Performing Arts / Theatre) the words and music written for a masque
3. (Clothing & Fashion) short for masquerade
[variant of mask]
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Noun | 1. |  masque - a party of guests wearing costumes and masksparty - a group of people gathered together for pleasure; "she joined the party after dinner" |
Translations
masque
n → Maskenspiel nt
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