face mask

/feɪs mæsk/

/feɪs mɑsk/

Other forms: face masks

Definitions of face mask

1. noun

   mask that provides a protective covering for the face in such sports as baseball or football or hockey
   types:

   catcher's mask

   a mask to protect the face of the catcher in baseball

   face guard

   face mask consisting of a strong wire mesh on the front of football helmets

   fencer's mask, fencing mask

   a face mask made of fine mesh that is worn over a fencer's face

   ski mask

   a woolen face mask to protect the face from cold while skiing on snow

   bar mask

   a catcher's mask with bars

   birdcage mask

   a catcher's mask with a strong wire face

   type of:

   mask

   a protective covering worn over the face