facemask

From face +‎ mask.

• (General American, Northern England) IPA^(key): /ˈfeɪs.mæsk/
• (Received Pronunciation) IPA^(key): /ˈfeɪs.mɑːsk/

facemask (plural facemasks)

1. A covering used to protect or disguise the face.
   1. (underwater diving) A full-face 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.

• face mask

• facial mask
• maskhole